representative
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That creates a potential conflict of interest, particularly given that with many annuities, the representative selling them receives a substantial commission.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
According to the lawsuit, the federal government’s only formal communication with the county regarding the project was a one-paragraph letter dated June 21, 2023, and forwarded by an Elmwood Capital representative.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
He advocated for representative government based on a constitutional convention.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
With its national team failing to qualify again for the World Cup, China's football fans have adopted a referee as the country's star representative at the tournament, which begins on Thursday.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Tennessee lay outside Royal’s posting, but the railroad’s local representative had been out of contact since the wildfire.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
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