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delegation

[del-i-gey-shuhn] / ˌdɛl ɪˈgeɪ ʃən /




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Pakistani officials traveled to Tehran on Wednesday to deliver a message from the U.S. delegation, potentially laying the groundwork for new, in-person talks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

A Hamas delegation in Cairo was due to meet Egypt's intelligence chief on Tuesday before departing.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The U.S. delegation issued a set of demands.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led Tehran's delegation in Pakistan, said Tehran would "not bow to any threats", while navy chief Shahram Irani called Trump's blockade "ridiculous".

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

A delegation of roaches appeared and bowed low.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins




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