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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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The health ministry said four Syrians and two Palestinians were killed in a strike in the al-Housh area, which is just south of the coastal city of Tyre.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Imports expanded 20.8% to $60.80 billion in May, according to preliminary trade ministry data released Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

"We regret to confirm that he has sadly passed away," the health ministry said in a statement on state-run media outlets.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

There is still some uncertainty as the health ministry has said it will introduce a new testing system next year to license tattooists and standardise the profession.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“I can’t. I’m also in dance ministry, and we have a performance. We’ve been practicing for weeks. Ma already hemmed my costume and everything.”

From "Monday's Not Coming" by Tiffany D. Jackson




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