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representative

[rep-ri-zen-tuh-tiv] / ˌrɛp rɪˈzɛn tə tɪv /






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The 15-year building scheme, known as the Godley Green Garden Village, has the backing of the Tameside Council leader who claimed it will "create a natural, representative community from the outset".

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

A media representative for the NSF directed all questions to the White House.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

In contrast, although Explosive Media says that it operates independently from the Iranian government, a representative recently told the BBC that the regime is a customer.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Each time, the first-line representative said no, suggesting something like, “If you can’t afford to pay it now, set up a payment plan or apply for financial assistance.”

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

By now Pendleton had entered the negotiations as Hamilton’s representative.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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