a council having the highest executive authority.
a council appointed to give advice to the head of a government.
An Americanism dating back to 1770–80
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The report said members of the union's executive council "are not required to provide details of all business interests" and other relationships meaning Unite is "unable to determine whether conflicts of interests have occurred".
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
Some point to Hashem Safieddine, who heads Hezbollah’s mostly political executive council and sits on the group’s Jihad Council.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2024
WCC presidents and the league’s executive council approved affiliate membership during a vote Thursday morning, according to a report from The Oregonian.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2023
In previously unreported developments, a proposal by Mesa pilots seeking a vote on the age limit is expected to be discussed at ALPA’s national executive council in September, said Redfern.
From Reuters • Aug. 22, 2023
In February, the ANC and the government announced an agreement in principle on the five-year government of national unity, a multiparty cabinet, and the creation of a transitional executive council.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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