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services

British  
/ ˈsɜːvɪsɪz /

plural noun

  1. work performed for remuneration

  2. the armed forces

  3. (sometimes singular) economics commodities, such as banking, that are mainly intangible and usually consumed concurrently with their production Compare goods

  4. a system of providing the public with gas, water, etc

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services Cultural  

  1. Work done for others as an occupation or business. (Compare goods.)

Example Sentences

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ISQ Global Fund II lowered its stake in the midstream energy services company to 19,098,785 shares.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

The focus will instead be on improving services and infrastructure.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

The data came from a driver’s use of OnStar, which is owned by GM and provides roadside assistance, navigation and other services.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Find insight on Brookfield Asset Management, pension plan funding, Intesa Sanpaolo and more in the latest Market Talks covering financial services.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Most of those coming to the services had no idea of the double life of the Beje.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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