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council

[koun-suhl] / ˈkaʊn səl /


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Budanov's mission was to ease tensions and end the crisis, but it appears his trip failed as after his visit Nawrocki gathered the council of the Order to discuss this issue further.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Howe Institute think tank’s business-cycle council, the recognized arbiter of declaring a recession, said it was premature to describe the current downturn as such because it lacked depth and diffusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Appearing last month in Sherman Oaks, she said she would not, as mayor, stand in the way of council members who are looking to create new no-camping zones in their districts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

A spokesperson for Surrey County Council told the BBC the council has no ability to pursue the application in Pakistan, as English proceedings are coming to an end.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Surely this, too, had to do with Gwydion’s council.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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