public service

NOUN

government employment or appointment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civil service

WEAK

benevolences good works philanthropies public life works

Example Sentences

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This - along with plans for a tax on private jet flights earmarked for 2028 - continues the Scottish government's approach of asking those who are better off to pay more towards public services.

From BBC

The argument I hear within government is they are ditching the bit that is unpopular, but keeping something people might choose to use themselves because it could make accessing public services easier, for instance.

From BBC

"Digital ID will make everyday life easier for people, ensuring public services are more personal, joined-up, and effective, while also remaining inclusive."

From BBC

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has urged Labour colleagues to stop making excuses and blaming the system for the slow pace of change in public services.

From BBC

But as investors digest the weekend news, there appears to be some comfort being derived from Powell’s comments about public service sometimes requiring “standing firm in the face of threats.”

From MarketWatch