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council

[koun-suhl] / ˈkaʊn səl /


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But local authorities must draft policies on how they will distribute their share of the money to the people who need it, before getting council approval.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Wunsch, who is a member of the ECB’s governing council, said officials can’t affect the direct impact of the crisis on energy prices, but can limit the effect on prices of other goods and services.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

President Trump suspended attacks on Iran for two weeks and Iranian security council said it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Miller, who described himself as a lifelong Democrat, pointed out that Raman runs the powerful five-member council committee on housing and homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“However, Ms. Zoe DuForte asked the council for some leniency in your sentencing.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas