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operation

[op-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɒp əˈreɪ ʃən /


NOUN
surgical procedure
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The authorities had prepared a vast logistical and security operation to secure the Mass and the ensuing procession led by Leo.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The Pope waved as he made his way through the city early on Sunday, where authorities mounted a major security operation for the mass and subsequent procession through central Madrid.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Kent Ries, the bankruptcy trustee, said he believes Rabo and alleged participants in the scheme should be held to account for McClain’s operation continuing as long as it did.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

But city officials were not given details about the operation, and were not able to notify the public until hours before the training began.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Also, the boy-Human had begged me to mount a rescue operation, and let it never be said that the Lord High Emperor of All Cats shrinks from a challenge!

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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