tenure
Example Sentences
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In February, when asked by Time magazine about Musk’s controversial tenure in the U.S. government under President Donald Trump, Shotwell said her “best contribution” is ignoring the noise.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
The event ended with Apple CEO Tim Cook noting how much he has enjoyed Apple events during his tenure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The outcome effectively ends the tenure of one of the state’s longest-serving congressmen.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
Erroll Southers has faced criticism for an increase in police shootings during his tenure on the commission, and for his past counterterrorism studies in Israel.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
By retiring when he did, he avoided that fate, which would have established a precedent that smacked of monarchical longevity by permitting biology to set the terminus of his tenure.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
Vocabulary lists containing tenure
"The Declaration of Independence," Vocabulary from the historical document
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Vocabulary from the Magna Carta on its 800th Anniversary
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