the Hill
noun
US, informal
—used to refer to the U.S. Congress
a proposed new law that is being debated on the Hill
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Meanwhile, Greene shared to the Hill that judges can’t take away powers from Cabinet secretaries even though Elon Musk is not an official Cabinet member.
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Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Feb. 2025
Reality check: This process is just getting started on the Hill.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025
In addition to playing Camille in HBO’s Sharp Objects, Adams’ TV career includes The Office, Dr. Vegas and King of the Hill.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 11 Feb. 2025
Ciesla pointed to numerous new businesses slated to open in Northbrook soon, including a Fresh Market, Buffalo Wild Wings to go, Landmark on the Hill, Hi Five Sports Zone, RH Outlet, and pop-up Lucid Motors at Northbrook Court.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025
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Elaine Mallon, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Feb. 2025
Reality check: This process is just getting started on the Hill.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 14 Feb. 2025
In addition to playing Camille in HBO’s Sharp Objects, Adams’ TV career includes The Office, Dr. Vegas and King of the Hill.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 11 Feb. 2025
Ciesla pointed to numerous new businesses slated to open in Northbrook soon, including a Fresh Market, Buffalo Wild Wings to go, Landmark on the Hill, Hi Five Sports Zone, RH Outlet, and pop-up Lucid Motors at Northbrook Court.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025
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“The Hill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Hill. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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