government official

Example Sentences

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“I cannot imagine how any responsible government official or body would agree that they are not capable of self-governance, literally,” Helfand said.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

If the person being sued is a government official, most commonly a cop, then they could only be liable if it was obvious that the cop’s action was illegal.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

A senior government official told Reuters news agency that Pakistan was confident it could get Iran to attend the talks.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

The federal indictment detailed alleged bribes paid by Chen and his associates, including luxury watches worth millions of dollars to a senior government official from an unnamed country.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

The emissary and his entourage spent the night at the home of the local government official.

From "A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park