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governor

[guhv-er-ner, ‑uh-ner] / ˈgʌv ər nər, ‑ə nər /


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He launched his political career by winning election for governor in 2016 as a Democrat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

If elected, he would be California's first Latino governor since 1875, in a state where Latinos make up about 41% of the population.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The city's governor, Alexander Beglov, issued a rare call for residents to stay indoors during the attack.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

In 2023, a judge ordered Justice’s wages as governor be garnished to repay a loan for mining equipment; another judge ordered U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

This Sir Thomas Gates, our new governor, has gained power even though he is still somewhere out at sea.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone




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