eminent
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The director would be able to manage public works projects, including construction, buying or leasing property, exercising eminent domain with City Council approval, granting street permits, regulating parking and recommending budgets for the department.
From Los Angeles Times โ Oct. 1, 2026
In July he drew the attention of Musk, whom he has praised as "the most eminent personality in the world."
From Barron's โ Sep. 15, 2026
This year’s music director, the eminent Finnish conductor and composer Esa-Pekka Salonen, is himself a festival alumnus, having already held the job in 1999 and 2001.
From The Wall Street Journal โ Jun. 18, 2026
Landowners in communities adjacent to the park are still gearing up to face eminent domain challenges from the federal government.
From Salon โ May 25, 2026
Even though it was a rumor, several newspapers and agencies—including the eminent gray lady, The New York Times—published it as at least a possibility.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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