OWI
American-
Office of War Information: the former U.S federal agency (1942–45) charged with disseminating information about World War II, as changes in Allied military policy or casualty statistics.
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operating (a motor vehicle) while intoxicated.
Example Sentences
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"I was going to go to school, but I threw up," Owi said.
From BBC
Rhian Wyn Lane, from Porthmadog, Gwynedd, said her son Owi was playing in a paddling pool and wearing sun cream all day.
From BBC
"I did suggest he put on a t-shirt because it started to get really hot but Owi refused. I think Owi has definitely learned his lesson."
From BBC
She put photos of Owi's burnt skin on Facebook "to remind people how important it is not just to put sun cream on, but to check the bottles."
From BBC
The OWI has now morphed into an extremely professional organization.
From Washington Post
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