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A region in or belonging to a country, having its own local government. Also: Area of skill or knowledge.

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  • But, when I look out here, I have some understanding of what this province is about, indeed what this country is about.
  • The resolution of educational plans within the province is a controversial area which needs resolving, possibly at the Federal level.
  • One of the greatest of the issues of importance to my province is the continuing and growing crisis in agriculture and agricultural income.
  • HELMAND: Taliban defeated in province, general says
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