No. 5,846 in Dutch
overheid
"Overheid" means "government" or "public authorities" in English.
In a sentence
De overheid is verantwoordelijk voor het waarborgen van de veiligheid van haar burgers.
The government is responsible for ensuring the safety of its citizens.
Here, 'overheid' refers to the general body or institution of governance overseeing public safety.
Onze overheid heeft onlangs nieuwe milieuwetten ingevoerd.
Our government recently introduced new environmental laws.
In this sentence, 'overheid' specifies the national governing body acting upon environmental legislation.
De lokale overheid organiseert een evenement in het stadspark.
The local government is organizing an event in the city park.
Here, 'overheid' signifies the localized administrative body handling municipal affairs.
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