public service

NOUN

government employment or appointment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

civil service

WEAK

benevolences good works philanthropies public life works

Example Sentences

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"No-one should have to face such financial anxiety after a lifetime of dedicated public service," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

For years I had asked Usha to have another baby, and for years she had told me she was done—especially now that public service had elevated us into the national spotlight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“When tribal healthcare was on the line, he was there. This experience comes from a lifetime of public service, not a checkbook.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

"At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle."

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“We’ll talk more about the public service project tomorrow,” says Ms. Oliverio as everybody packs up their books to change classes.

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