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secretary

[sek-ri-ter-ee] / ˈsɛk rɪˌtɛr i /




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The US defence secretary on Wednesday said the strike was the first by an American submarine since World War II.

From Barron's

On March 21, the secretary of state’s office will formally announce who will appear on the June ballot.

From Los Angeles Times

Homeland Security secretaries do not typically partake in field operations.

From BBC

The Homeland Security secretary’s combative Senate hearing this week was a key factor, advisers said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mullin would need to be confirmed by the Senate, but under federal law is allowed to serve as acting Homeland Security secretary while his nomination is pending.

From Los Angeles Times