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governance

American  
[guhv-er-nuhns] / ˈgʌv ər nəns /

noun

  1. government; exercise of authority; control.

  2. a method or system of government or management.

governance British  
/ ˈɡʌvənəns /

noun

  1. government, control, or authority

  2. the action, manner, or system of governing

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Other Word Forms

  • nongovernance noun

Etymology

Origin of governance

1325–75; Middle English governaunce < Old French < Medieval Latin gubernantia; govern, -ance

Example Sentences

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In a statement to Barron’s, Snap board chair Michael Lynton said the social media company “welcomes input from all shareholders and regularly engages with investors on strategy, capital allocation, and governance.”

From Barron's

Snapchat Board Chair Michael Lynton said the company welcomes shareholder input and regularly discusses strategy, capital allocation, and governance with shareholders.

From The Wall Street Journal

Currently, much of the concern focuses on specific situations where underwriting standards and governance fell short.

From MarketWatch

Western nations also have broader concerns about Chinese firms' governance and transparency.

From BBC

Earlier this month, Ruger said Beretta was seeking to gain control through discounted share purchases and outsize governance rights, after building its stake to nearly 10% and nominating four directors to the board.

From The Wall Street Journal

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