tenure
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It is therefore important to learn from how Powell dealt with the unforeseen shocks of his tenure.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Petro’s tenure was defined by clashes with Trump, a state takeover of healthcare, and labor-market revisions popular with Cepeda’s base, including a 23% minimum-wage increase.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
He made a dream start to his tenure as coach when he delivered the club's 20th league title in front of the home supporters at Anfield with four games to spare.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Speaking over small snack plates and beverages, many said they saw real improvements in the homeless populations around their neighborhood during Bass’ tenure as mayor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
The chilling prospect of enduring Francis throughout the remaining years of his tenure as the Cavendish Professor was too much to ask of Bragg or anyone with a normal set of nerves.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
Vocabulary lists containing tenure
"The Declaration of Independence," Vocabulary from the historical document
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