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gov.

1 American  

abbreviation

  1. governor.

  2. government.


Gov. 2 American  

abbreviation

  1. governor.


Gov. 1 British  

abbreviation

  1. governor

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

gov 2 British  

abbreviation

  1. a US government organization

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Flying far below the heat-seeking radar, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear leaned into the role of economic ambassador, focusing on job creation and other nutsy, boltsy stuff that doesn’t grab much notice in today’s performative political environment.

From Los Angeles Times

It is opposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, among others.

From Los Angeles Times

Barger has contacted Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office and other state officials, advocating for long-term solutions so people in the fire zone don’t end up with higher costs, said Anish Saraiya, the supervisor’s Altadena recovery director.

From Los Angeles Times

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has said he wants to increase ESA funding to help clear the wait list.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cunningham credits Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who took office in 2023, for moving to more aggressively court business and speed permitting.

From The Wall Street Journal