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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Investors worry that a successor attempting to win back that support would be tempted to spend more heavily on public services than currently planned, pushing government debt higher.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rebecca Hilsenrath KC, chief executive of the ombudsman, said public services must be accessible to everyone.

From BBC

If a worker is speaking as a citizen on a “matter of public concern,” judges are supposed to balance that against the state’s interest in efficient public services.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is now one of the oldest societies in the world, putting immense pressure on public services such as healthcare and social care.

From BBC

The UK's public service broadcaster recently announced plans to make shows for YouTube in a landmark deal.

From BBC