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ministry

[min-uh-stree] / ˈmɪn ə stri /
NOUN
the functions of the clergy
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NOUN
a department of state
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The ministry said in a statement that its deal with the US designated Uganda as a safe third country for migrants who cannot return to their countries, for reasons such as persecution.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

An estimated 1,300 have been killed in Lebanon, according to its health ministry, while more than two dozen people have died in Gulf states and the occupied West Bank.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The group arrived on Wednesday after a US judge approved their cases, Uganda's foreign ministry said.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

There was no immediate comment about the talks from Pakistan's foreign ministry and military when contacted by AFP, or from the Afghan government.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Oliver was deeply religious and had for a long time considered the ministry to be his calling.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela