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department

[dih-pahrt-muhnt] / dɪˈpɑrt mənt /




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The measles-mumps-rubella vaccine is the most effective protection from measles, according to the public health department.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

“The fact the department is investigating their deaths suggests they may have been illegally killed, but the agency has yet to release any details,” the Center for Biological Diversity said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

The government's highway administration department said roads were blocked in at least 22 places around the country.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

The department also cautioned against comparing years due to some changes in the way data has been collected since 2019.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Miss Buckner gestured toward each department as she reeled off the names.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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