executive
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When the tech industry executive met with his son’s guidance counselor, the school confirmed that it rarely withheld diplomas from chronically absent pupils, lest these students suffer later in life.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Pursuant to President Trump’s 2025 executive order creating a National Center for Warrior Independence on the 388-acre campus, the notice envisions restoring the building as “a supportive space for veteran interfaith programming and wellness.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
A commission spokeswoman said the EU executive was continuously monitoring prices and has already "taken several measures to help farmers with affordability of fertilisers".
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Nick Yeatman, the chief executive at Trovr, added: "We want to turn everyday actions into meaningful impact; the initiative at Weston Favell brings that to life in a simple, rewarding way."
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Something about Derek walking around all day looking for berries and nuts, carrying a briefcase like a business executive, seemed ridiculous.
From "The River" by Gary Paulsen
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