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secretary

[sek-ri-ter-ee] / ˈsɛk rɪˌtɛr i /




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Since taking office as health secretary, Kennedy has repeatedly suggested that the current U.S. nutrient standards for infant formula are outdated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Steyer has spent more than $143 million of his own money on his campaign, according to fundraising disclosures filed with the California secretary of state’s office.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The defense secretary sparred with Democrats over his handling of the war in Iran and management of the Pentagon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Sir Keir had been asked in the Commons about the advice from the cabinet secretary at the time - Sir Simon Case - that vetting should be carried out before the ambassador's appointment was announced.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“Are you a secretary for that Pinkerton? Or a bookkeeper?”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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