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operation

[op-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɒp əˈreɪ ʃən /


NOUN
surgical procedure
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On his cow-calf operation in the state’s southeastern plains, Diebel is already limiting opportunities for the pest to infest his herd.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

A major challenge is maintaining efficient operation when sunlight changes throughout the day.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

In the 2007-08 school year — the final year under district operation — about 12% of students tested as proficient in English Language Arts, and about 3% in math.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The White House also did not answer a question on whether the operation will continue at its current rate given that it is no longer secret.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“Hi, Chris. Yes, I’m here with a member of the undercover operation that eventually located Mrs. Callahan. What can you tell us about the arrest today?”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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