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ministry

[min-uh-stree] / ˈmɪn ə stri /
NOUN
the functions of the clergy
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NOUN
a department of state
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On Saturday, its health ministry confirmed three new cases - bringing the number of confirmed infections there to five.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

However, both sides have been cautious, and Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said the key issue of nuclear weapons would not be part of any initial proposals.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

The agriculture ministry estimated this month that Israeli attacks have damaged more than 560 square kilometres of farmland.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Senate and cannot be summoned for a consultation by the Danish foreign ministry, as the U.S. ambassador has been.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

We were in an important ministry and must keep well.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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