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representative

[rep-ri-zen-tuh-tiv] / ˌrɛp rɪˈzɛn tə tɪv /






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Murphy’s fellow representative, Democrat Zac Ista, told ProPublica he hadn’t been able to make a dent in this legislature.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

A representative for Sanders could not be immediately reached for comment.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

A representative for Cboe said the exchange didn’t view perpetual futures as a threat to its business.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

A representative for AMC did not respond to The Times’ request for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Stephen Foster, a representative of the Massachusetts delegation who had worked with Stanton for almost twenty years, stood and called for her resignation.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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