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operation

[op-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɒp əˈreɪ ʃən /


NOUN
surgical procedure
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"A short time ago, the United States military began major combat operations in Iran," he said.

From BBC

As they drive, the women can be heard discussing the possibility that the vehicle is headed toward an immigration enforcement operation.

From Los Angeles Times

“We have never raised objections to particular military operations nor attempted to limit use of our technology in an ad hoc manner,” he said in a blog post.

From Los Angeles Times

Unified career, Chait, a district parent, has served in various roles, including as elementary principal, regional superintendent and, more recently, heading operations — which oversees non-education matters, including making schools safe and welcoming.

From Los Angeles Times

She is one of 25 women who have received compensation following operations carried out by a single surgeon in north Wales.

From BBC