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ministry

[min-uh-stree] / ˈmɪn ə stri /
NOUN
the functions of the clergy
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NOUN
a department of state
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The H5N1 strain of bird flu has for the first time been found in Australia, the country's agriculture ministry confirmed.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

But Lebanon's health ministry disputed that, saying the vast majority of those killed were civilians.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

The Swiss foreign ministry confirmed talks were postponed and said it stands ready to facilitate should they resume.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Switzerland's foreign ministry confirmed the discussions had been postponed but said it "remains ready to facilitate these talks".

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

“I can’t. I’m also in dance ministry, and we have a performance. We’ve been practicing for weeks. Ma already hemmed my costume and everything.”

From "Monday's Not Coming" by Tiffany D. Jackson




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