deputation

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A deputation, headed by Herr von Oldenburg-Januscha, even went to Doorn to press objections, but met with a warm reply from the former monarch.

From New York Times • Sep. 20, 2022

A deputation from the CWC, including Davie Kirkwood and Manny Shinwell, went into the City Chambers to meet the provost, while Willie Gallacher addressed the crowd outside in the square.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2019

Nearby, blowtorchers cut their way out from inside a cabin, and above them a deputation of breakers directed liquid from a hose into a vat marked “Chemical Spill”.

From The Guardian • May 2, 2017

A deputation of assistants was dispatched to Ms. Possati’s office to express the star’s displeasure.

From New York Times • Dec. 2, 2011

On our second day in Pretoria, we sent a deputation to complain about the conditions to the prison’s commanding officer, Colonel Snyman.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela