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as in segment
a part of a sphere of activity
The outlook for jobs in the health-care sector of the economy is excellent.
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Recent Examples of sector
During the campaign, Clinton had talked about raising spending on sectors such as education, infrastructure, and scientific research.
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
Nuclear sector reform in the US has been overdue since President Jimmy Carter and his successors hit the brakes on development and piled on too many regulations.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The pan-European Stoxx 600 gained around 1% shortly after the opening bell, with all sectors in positive territory.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 26 May 2025
That hammered steel, autos and farming, three sectors that depended on exporting or that competed with imports.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
Nuclear sector reform in the US has been overdue since President Jimmy Carter and his successors hit the brakes on development and piled on too many regulations.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
The pan-European Stoxx 600 gained around 1% shortly after the opening bell, with all sectors in positive territory.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 26 May 2025
That hammered steel, autos and farming, three sectors that depended on exporting or that competed with imports.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sector
Noun
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
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The day before, Russian troops killed two residents in the northern Sumy region.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Noun
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Mulaney recently told Rolling Stone that the music segments of the talk show are his favorite part.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
29 May 2025
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As the line between a conversational podcast and a TV segment blurs rapidly, MSNBC is stocking up on original audio shows — 18 and counting — as the progressive news brand pivots its business beyond its cable news roots.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2025
Noun
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United United Airlines is expanding United Polaris and adding eight seats in the first row of each business class section.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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The shoreline is varied, with rocky sections and sandy beaches.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
Noun
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This story has been updated to note that the dance was not sponsored by the school district but occurred on school grounds, according to a statement from the district.—
Kate Linderman,
Kansas City Star,
30 May 2025
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However, critics said the district failed to explain the proposal clearly, fueling misinformation and outrage across social media and community forums.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Two lanes in each direction, except for a 25 mph speed limit at construction work zones, opened on the iconic Southern California highway before 9 a.m. on May 23.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Preparing the road for reopening is a significant undertaking that includes plowing through multiple avalanche zones, clearing downed trees and rockfalls, and preparing campgrounds and critical facilities for visitors, according to the park service.—
Hayley Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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“Sector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sector. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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