treasury
Pronunciation: [ˈtrɛʒ.əri]
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Context: "government"
(noun) the part of a government that manages the money, like collecting taxes and paying bills. The treasury makes sure the government has enough money to do things like build schools and roads.
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The treasury announced that the government has enough funds for the new project.
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If the treasury doesn't manage money well, there may not be enough for important services.
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What does the treasury do with the tax money it collects?
Context: "finance"
(noun) a place where valuable items, like gold or important documents, are kept safe. Think of a treasure chest where all the precious things are stored securely.
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The museum has a special treasury where they keep their most valuable artifacts.
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The old building does not have a treasury to safeguard its historical treasures.
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What kinds of items might be stored in a treasury?
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