Department of State

Definition of "Department of State"
  1. The federal executive department that is in charge of implementing U.S. foreign policy. This department serves as the primary channel for the president to negotiate and establish agreements with other countries. The department's legal advisor guides the secretary of state on matters related to international law in foreign relations
How to use "Department of State" in a sentence
  1. The Department of State released a new advisory about traveling abroad.
  2. Protocol on a diplomatic visit is overseen by the Department of State.
  3. The Department of State issued new passports to the American citizens stranded abroad.

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