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[sek-ter] / ˈsɛk tər /


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Brendan O'Brien divisional organiser of SIPTU, which represents public sector health and administration workers, previously said the "goodwill" of workers was a large part of what kept public services going.

From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026

The investment forms part of CSG’s long-term strategy to develop its presence in the space sector, alongside its existing defense and aerospace businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The big question for investors is what could snap the semiconductor sector out of its doldrums.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026

The Microsoft boss outlined the company's proposals to strengthen safety across the sector, starting with a requirement that AI agents be equipped with "safety brakes" that users could activate in the event of an incident.

From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026

We drive past half of Batalla sector and through a few poor blocks.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu

She pointed to a desire to boost domestic production in agriculture and other sectors, alongside a wish to propagate "family values" and liberties.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

In April 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14276, “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness,” which instructed government officials to reduce regulatory burdens and boost the commercial fishing and aquaculture sectors in the United States.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026

Although commonly associated with the financial services and technology sectors, research cited by the government has estimated around 5 million jobs in Britain are covered by the clauses, typically lasting around six months.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

Various administrations have regularly used it over trade disputes in a number of sectors, from beer to green technology.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

From here I can see all of downtown Los Angeles, as well as many of its surrounding sectors, and the thin rim of land that separates the enormous lake from the Pacific Ocean.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu




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