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delegacy

noun

ˈde-li-gə-sē

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as in delegation

a body of persons chosen as representatives of a larger group the committee chose a five-person delegacy to attend the national conference

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The full 12-company delegation spans original story IP in drama, film, animation and web novels, as well as generative AI, interactive entertainment and fan platforms.

— Deadline, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026
John Lawrence, Pelosi’s former chief of staff, said that Becerra’s standing within the California delegation and particularly among Latino lawmakers was a big part of his appeal.

— Ben Wieder, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

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The day after Israel's modern independence, the armies of Egypt, Syria, Transjordan, Lebanon, and Iraq, with a Saudi contingent in tow, invaded.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2026
Senior receiver/defensive back Daivon Douglas and senior running back/nose guard Jeremiah Jackson lead a small contingent for the Tomacts, numbering just 22 for the regular-season finale.

— Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

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