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comptroller

[kuhn-troh-ler, komp-troh-ler] / kənˈtroʊ lər, kɒmpˈtroʊ lər /


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The decision comes after Panama’s comptroller conducted an audit, alleging irregularities in the 2021 extension of a contract that had been granted to the CK Hutchison unit.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

“I don’t see the continuation of the Panama Ports contract at the moment, amended or not,” Mulino said in July after the comptroller filed the lawsuits with the high court.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Brad Lander, the city's comptroller who teamed up in the Democratic primary with Mamdani to endorse each other's candidacy against Cuomo, says many Jewish New Yorkers like him are very enthusiastic about Mamdani.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2025

Treasury; the Treasury secretary and comptroller of the currency were ex officio members of its board, and the Treasury secretary presided over its meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

Des Moines and Barcelona are comparable in latitude. comptroller.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner