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agencies

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈeɪdʒənsiz// UK //ˈeɪdʒənsiz// agen·cies

n. organizations or businesses that provide a specific service, often acting as a middleman between two groups. They can be part of a government or private companies.

n. organizations or administrative units established to provide a particular service, typically acting on behalf of a government or as an intermediary in business. Often used to refer to government departments or specialized commercial firms.


SIMPLE

Several travel agencies offer discounts for students during the summer.

CONTEXTUAL

Government agencies are working together to provide emergency housing for families affected by the flood.

COMPLEX

The regulatory agencies responsible for oversight have come under fire for failing to enforce safety standards across the manufacturing sector.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'agency'; often used with the preposition 'for' or 'of' to specify the field of work.

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