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purview

[pur-vyoo] / ˈpɜr vyu /




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For decades, space exploration stagnated under the purview of bureaucracy-steeped government processes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

When it comes to audits, Morgan argues that Cohen isn’t effectively using the purview of the office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

HUD Secretary Scott Turner said the Federal Housing Administration, which is popular among first-time home buyers and falls under his purview, would soon also begin accepting alternative scores.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

OpenAI is making other changes to its executive team, handing former Slack executive and revenue chief Denise Dresser commercial responsibilities that were previously the purview of operating chief Brad Lightcap.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Music education in the early 20th century continued under the purview of the music supervisor, while classroom teachers were trained to teach music to their students.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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