governorate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of governorate
Example Sentences
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According to his official STC biography, he was raised in southwest Yemen's rugged Dhale governorate and later entered the Faculty of Air Force and Air Defence in Aden -- then the capital of South Yemen.
From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026
Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes last Friday came a day after Riyadh told the southern council to pull its forces out of Hadramout governorate, which borders the kingdom.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025
At least 36 Palestinians were killed - 21 from Jenin governorate - the Palestinian health ministry says.
From BBC • Sep. 6, 2024
It says agencies have been unable to deliver aid north of the southernmost governorate of Rafah for four days.
From Washington Times • Dec. 7, 2023
But almost immediately after the "lady Ayisha" had left the governorate I was forced to admit that the brats were useful.
From The Lion of Petra by Mundy, Talbot
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