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government

[guhv-ern-muhnt, ‑er-muhnt] / ˈgʌv ərn mənt, ‑ər mənt /


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In June, the government announced plans to prevent under-16s from accessing major platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook and X, with the measures expected to come into force in spring 2027.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

The Gordie Howe bridge will finally open, albeit with a new toll for a U.S. government fund.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

All that is thanks in large part to the FFF and government investment in the Centres de Formation.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

The EAC is one of dozens of multimember commissions that make up an overlooked part of the federal government.

From Slate Jul. 13, 2026

The government placed a Greek Navy ship at their disposal along with all the equipment needed to haul heavy objects such as statues from the seabed.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler

According to the researchers, the findings could help governments and health organizations create prevention programs that better match the needs of their own populations.

From Science Daily Jul. 13, 2026

Its impact is likely to take time, since many zoning and construction rules are controlled by state and local governments.

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

Professional groups representing cancer researchers, civil engineers, county governments, medical schools, housing agencies, city and municipal governments, nonprofits and others have publicly expressed concerns about potential consequences.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

Regional governments are getting involved, with Bavaria committing up to 400 million euros to Proxima if federal funding also materializes.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

The governments of Okuma and Futaba found themselves overwhelmed.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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