representatives

1. Popularly elected officials who serve in state legislatures and in the House of Representatives in Congress . Representing the local districts from which they are elected, representatives support the interests of their constituents by proposing bills and programs. Elected for two-year terms, representatives in Congress must be sensitive to their constituents' concerns in order to be reelected.

Example Sentences

The “A Wrinkle in Time” star, 21, did not say why she would not be returning and representatives for the actor on Wednesday did not immediately respond to The Times’ requests for comment.

From Los Angeles Times

Neither promoter Goldenvoice nor representatives for each artist responded to requests for comment on the bill, but outlets including Rolling Stone have cited them as likely or confirmed performers.

From Los Angeles Times

She was one of the only country representatives willing to speak on the record.

From BBC

Neither representatives for Malone nor the Coachella festival immediately responded to The Times’ request for confirmation.

From Los Angeles Times

“In short, up until September 17, it was fine for defense representatives to contact jurors directly, subject to ... requirements of reasonable time and place,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• board
• bureau
• cabinet
• commission
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• tribunal