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permutation

[pur-myoo-tey-shuhn] / ˌpɜr mjʊˈteɪ ʃən /


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After recounting the various permutations of a central bank throughout American history, he concluded that the Fed’s independence constitutes a “special arrangement sanctioned by history.”

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

In short, there are almost as many permutations of religious belief in the U.S. as there are people.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

As Leeds head to Hill Dickinson Stadium for the first time on Monday, it gives cause to reflect on the numerous permutations of how things could have looked had Revie signed with the Toffees.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

With the NFL’s conference championship games set — the Rams at Seattle following New England at Denver — three of the four possible Super Bowl permutations are rematches.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2026

There were twenty-four colleges, which allowed for endless permutations of alliance and betrayal.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman




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