Definition of «envoy»

An envoy is a person who is sent on an important mission or to represent someone in a formal capacity. The term can refer to diplomats, ambassadors, or other high-level officials who are dispatched by their government or organization to another country or event with the intention of negotiating, observing, or otherwise conducting official business on behalf of their home entity. Envoys often carry a significant amount of prestige and authority, as they represent the interests of important figures in international affairs.

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The United Nations sent an envoy to mediate the peace talks between the conflicting parties.
The company's CEO appointed an envoy to negotiate a partnership with a potential business ally.
The ambassador served as an envoy of his country, representing its interests in a foreign land.
The President selected his trusted envoy to deliver a diplomatic message to a foreign government.
The organization sent an envoy to deliver humanitarian aid and assess the needs of the affected regions.

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«I can't imagine a scenario where U.S. companies are not in that game,» echoed U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change Jonathan Pershing. (scientificamerican.com)
I have a very nice and very clean GMC envoy for sale, no problems or issues with it, just had a tune up wheel alignment oil change, and new spark plugs, this car includes leather seats, sunroof, tinted windows (legal tint). (shoppok.com)
Mr Bloomberg commented on Twitter that: «As the new UN Special Envoy for Climate Action, I'll work with state and non-state actors to help implement policies that reduce emissions & build resilience». (climateactionprogramme.org)
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Definition of «envoy»

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