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representative

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






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Meet the union representative acting as a lifeline for sailors trapped at sea since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Ah’Mari was paid “four figures” to endorse Grip Boost, maker of athletic gloves, a company representative said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

A DMV representative could not immediately be reached for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

She was elected chair of the Republican Party of Puerto Rico in 2015 and two years later became resident commissioner, a role similar to a U.S. representative but with limited voting power in Congress.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

“Rest assured you have all received marks that are fair and representative of your work throughout the past year.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool




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