minister
Example Sentences
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The minister acknowledged that tackling road emissions would now take longer, but he said there needed to be a "just transition for local motorists", citing affordability as a key issue.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
On Feb. 28, the U.S.’s envoy to Cuba, Mike Hammer, met with the Vatican’s secretary of state, while Cuba’s foreign minister, Bruno Rodríguez, met separately with the pontiff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The center-left finance minister offers reforms that have real promise for spurring economic growth.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
"What we want to do is to strengthen Europe's defence within the Atlantic alliance," French armed forces minister Alice Rufo said.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
Like in church when the minister waits for you to say “Amen” before he gets on with his preaching.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
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