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participation

[pahr-tis-uh-pey-shuhn] / pɑrˌtɪs əˈpeɪ ʃən /


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Participation in the South Carolina primaries was lower still.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Participation from poorer households has risen, yet professional courses such as engineering and medicine remain costly.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Participation in many of these organizations is inherently symbolic—a ritual of internationalism—so quitting them is inherently performative as well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

Participation increased the chances of receiving weight related care by 23%.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

“One other thing. Participation in the highway cleanup counts as public service, which always looks good on a college application.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein




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