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delegate

[del-i-git, -geyt, del-i-geyt] / ˈdɛl ɪ gɪt, -ˌgeɪt, ˈdɛl ɪˌgeɪt /






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The high courts often delegate some authority to the state bar or involve the bar in the process.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

"The Americans are highly awaited; without them, we can't move forward," confided one delegate from a Southeast Asian country, speaking on condition of anonymity.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

With multiple candidates seeking the endorsement, it may be hard for any single one to reach the 60% threshold of delegate votes needed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Despite the uncertainty, at least one delegate ended the trade mission with a new customer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Not that you ever really give up the hustle, it seems, but they delegate certain activities to young hungry up-and-comers my age.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz




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