term of/in office

noun phrase

: the time when a person holds a job or position of authority especially in the government

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The uncertainty is a lot higher this time than for Trump’s first term in office, given the size of the tariff threat, the magnitude of the trade imbalance. —

Anniek Bao, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024 During his pontificate, Francis has sought to restore the balance, particularly through his choice of cardinals, and during Trump’s second term of office is expected to appoint a new Archbishop of Washington DC, a crucial appointment. —

Christopher Lamb, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024 In his first term in office, Trump did not attend that event. —

Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 26 Nov. 2024 During his first term in office, Congress objected when Trump impounded foreign aid for Ukraine. —

Brittney Melton, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for term of/in office

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