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relocation

[ree-loh-key-shuhn] / ˌri loʊˈkeɪ ʃən /


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This was a time tensions between the French monarchy and the papacy that lead to a seven-decade-long relocation of the papacy from Rome to the French-controlled Avignon.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

He says businesses and the government have options to incentivize retraining, income assistance, reskilling, early retirement and relocation for those whose jobs are hurt by AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The Congolese authorities also said that the scheme is not a "permanent relocation mechanism or an outsourcing of migration policies".

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The Miyako Odori began soon after Kyoto hosted Japan's first national expo -- an effort to revitalise the western city following the relocation of the capital to Tokyo in 1869.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

For all the pain it caused, the loyalty oath finally did speed up the relocation program.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston




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