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commonwealth

[kom-uhn-welth] / ˈkɒm ənˌwɛlθ /


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That means this case is far from over, with plenty of options—and questions— remaining about Clancy’s fate—and if and how the commonwealth of Massachusetts will try her again.

From Slate ● Sep. 4, 2026

A commonwealth may be unlikely, but Chen, like some in Taiwan, believes it is possible to embrace more than one identity.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026

So people don’t hear about the bills she actually did sign — legislation to lower energy costs, strengthen schools, make housing more affordable and attract billions in business investment to the commonwealth.

From Salon ● Apr. 15, 2026

At its 1886 height, the Knights claimed nearly one million members, seeking a cooperative commonwealth transcending the wage system.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 30, 2025

But when my father and Dr. King became colleagues and decided to bridge their two philosophies and unite the American commonwealth toward a greater goal, they both became tremendous threats to the status quo.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey




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