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Deputation

/ˌdɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/
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(noun) The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.

The deputation met with the governor.
A deputation was sent to negotiate.
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The ____ met with the governor.

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