officially
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Meanwhile, the Catholic church, launching reforms that culminated in Vatican II, officially recognized that political institutions could be independent from church structures.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
The strait is only officially open until the cease-fire ends, which is expected to happen April 22—though it could be extended.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
Moorpark athletic director Rob Dearborn officially has a new title: president elect of the Southern Section.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Although officially credited as The Girl, her character was called "Lucille" by one of the prisoners distracted by her car washing.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
“I am so glad to see you here this evening, because this afternoon my optometrist gave me eye drops and I couldn’t see a thing! Before I officially illuminate our Olympic torch...”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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Lesson 5
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