A reproduction of a single article from a journal or similar publication.

(transitive) To reprint as an excerpt.

Of or relating to that part of a stage not visible to the audience. / Of or relating to the private life of a celebrity.

Taking place offstage (as above)

(transitive) To relegate (part of a play) to the offstage area, rather than showing it to the audience.

(intransitive, transitive) To perform the functions of some office. / (intransitive, transitive, sports) To serve as umpire or referee.

A person appointed to office

The people elected to government or employed in the civil service.

(obsolete) Obliging, attentive, eager to please. / Offensively intrusive or interfering in offering advice and services.

The times, typically from about 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, when non-24/7 office workers are at their desks.