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institution

[in-sti-too-shuhn, -tyoo-] / ˌɪn stɪˈtu ʃən, -ˈtyu- /


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The prevailing theme is the public’s pervasive distrust of virtually every institution in American life.

From The Wall Street Journal

Though not internationally recognised, Somaliland has a working political system, government institutions, a police force, and its own currency.

From BBC

Retiring members are attractive hires for lobbying firms and corporations, thanks to their insider knowledge and connections within the institution.

From Salon

As well as introducing Scotland's first coinage his reign included the foundation of royal burghs such as Perth, Dunfermline and Stirling, and the reorganisation of civil institutions.

From BBC

In an announcement concluding their investigation, prosecutor Min Joong-ki said South Korea's institutions were "severely undermined by abuses of power" by Kim.

From Barron's