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commission

[kuh-mish-uhn] / kəˈmɪʃ ən /


NOUN
group working together toward goal
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It led to a royal commission into antisemitism in Australia. which began public hearings in February.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

"This will prevent serious and irreparable harm to competition in this growing market by Meta's conduct, which at first sight infringes EU competition rules," the commission said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The commission ordered its inspector general to conduct an audit of the LAPD’s use of license plate reader technology, with the findings expected to be released in the summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Despite the opposition, the planning commission voted unanimously to advance the project.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In a surprise move, the commission voted unanimously not to recommend the zoning change.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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