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ministry

[min-uh-stree] / ˈmɪn ə stri /
NOUN
the functions of the clergy
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NOUN
a department of state
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The health ministry said four Syrians and two Palestinians were killed in a strike in the al-Housh area, which is just south of the coastal city of Tyre.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The UK ministry of defence said a British helicopter had "provided tracking and monitoring in support of the French operation to board the tanker Tagor".

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Imports expanded 20.8% to $60.80 billion in May, according to preliminary trade ministry data released Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Colombia's foreign ministry criticised "the misleading presentation of the decision to repeal the tariffs as a goodwill measure by the Ecuadorian leader" in a statement on Saturday.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Because now Paul knew that none of the wonders and miracles that followed his ministry could be due to his own virtues.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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