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administrative

[ad-min-uh-strey-tiv, -struh-] / ædˈmɪn əˌstreɪ tɪv, -strə- /


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The machinery and equipment sector fell, administrative services activities did too.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

In addition to proposed legislation, Roosevelt also pursued a host of administrative actions that are also familiar to us today, including executive orders, presidential commissions and investigations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

But Matthew Szabo, the city administrative officer, said the consequences of L.A. potentially losing its second largest revenue stream would prompt it to immediately declare a fiscal emergency.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Sydecar, the eighth firm, said it operates in an administrative capacity and requires sponsors to confirm they have the consent of a company before stock transactions are held.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He wore them every day to work at the administrative offices where he was in charge of meticulous recordkeeping.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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