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provincial

[pruh-vin-shuhl] / prəˈvɪn ʃəl /


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"With more than 500 port calls a year, the cruise industry is fundamental to the provincial economy."

From BBC • May 10, 2026

If a project shoots in Manitoba, for instance, the federal and provincial credits and uplifts can add up to more than 60%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Mining analysts caution that companies and provincial authorities would still need to carry out costly scientific studies to determine which glacial areas are important water sources that need to remain protected.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Last week lawmakers in Quebec voted unanimously to support a motion in the provincial legislature demanding that Rousseau step down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

With Anmin’s help, Farin appealed to the provincial magistrate, who also sided with the merchant.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo




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