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municipal

[myoo-nis-uh-puhl] / mjuˈnɪs ə pəl /


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While the business of cosmetically modified, futuristic-looking pets remains in its infancy, animal rights groups worry that eventually the creatures will be created, sold and later discarded in crowded municipal shelters.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Former New York City tow-truck driver Ed Seabron knew he had ruffled some feathers when, in 2021, he resigned from New York City’s largest municipal union and spoke to colleagues about alternate union representation.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

The reinvention I had in mind was more municipal than spiritual: perhaps a change in infrastructure might produce a corresponding improvement in character.

From Salon Aug. 4, 2026

But many older and unwell residents -- in a country with the world's second-oldest population -- are taking shelter in school gyms and municipal offices.

From Barron's Jul. 30, 2026

Tacked to one wall was a municipal map of Mica.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli




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