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orientation

[awr-ee-uhn-tey-shuhn, -en-, ohr-] / ˌɔr i ənˈteɪ ʃən, -ɛn-, ˌoʊr- /


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But judges also have ethical obligations that typically prevent them from speaking directly to these ongoing threats, as well as an orientation toward maintaining silence on public political matters.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

“Our diversified and resilient business model and long-term orientation have served our shareholders well for a long period of time and will continue to do so.”

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

These cells gradually formed a simple, single eye that could detect light and darkness and help the animal sense orientation.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

There were three routes to asylum for someone in his situation: as someone who faced persecution for their sexual orientation, their religious beliefs or their political views.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

At a brief orientation, Hall was told he’d be helping to build an atomic bomb.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin




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