AAP
Americanabbreviation
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Australian Associated Press
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(in the US) affirmative action program
Example Sentences
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The liquor policy which led to the arrests of AAP leaders was introduced by the Kejriwal government in 2021, saying it would curb black market sales, increase revenues and ensure even distribution of liquor licences.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
Sisodia and AAP spokesperson Sanjay Singh were also arrested in the case in 2023 and are among the 23 cleared by the court.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
Endorsed by a dozen medical groups, the AAP schedule is far and away the preferred version for most healthcare practitioners.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026
The AAP represents about 67,000 pediatricians in the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026
The AAP also asked the Office to request an e-mail address, names and addresses of any agents, representatives, or collecting societies that can serve as licensing authorities.
From Supplementary Copyright Statutes, US Copy. Office by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
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