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as in nature
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
the question of whether violent conflict is part of the constitution of human society
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as in law
a collection or system of rules of conduct
our society's constitution requires that every member in good standing pay yearly dues
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as in act
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
the constitution against murder is universal among civilized societies
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Recent Examples of constitution
State of play: 29 states have some form of an ERA in their state constitutions.
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Natalie Daher, Axios, 22 Mar. 2025
But allies have suggested that the constitution may be amended to extend his rule – though that would require a supermajority, and buy-in from smaller parties – or that elections could be called early, which would give Mr. Erdoğan a chance to run again.
—Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2025
If lawmakers sign off, then voters will have final say on whether to approve a referendum to change the state’s constitution and allow gambling.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2025
Florida’s 1885 constitution required voter approval for all constitutional amendments beginning in 1886.
—Jeffrey Schweers, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2025
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Natalie Daher, Axios, 22 Mar. 2025
But allies have suggested that the constitution may be amended to extend his rule – though that would require a supermajority, and buy-in from smaller parties – or that elections could be called early, which would give Mr. Erdoğan a chance to run again.
—Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Mar. 2025
If lawmakers sign off, then voters will have final say on whether to approve a referendum to change the state’s constitution and allow gambling.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2025
Florida’s 1885 constitution required voter approval for all constitutional amendments beginning in 1886.
—Jeffrey Schweers, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
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The PJs are made with 95 percent viscose from bamboo, a fabric known for its soft, breathable nature.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2025
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Now considered a cult classic in some circles, the film did not win over critics with its exploitive nature.—
Chris Yogerst,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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Just as skipping leg day at the gym leads to an unbalanced physique, skipping structural deregulation while preserving agencies and programs that should be eliminated leaves the economy vulnerable to permanent federal steering.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr.,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Michigan cornerback Will Johnson Johnson looks like Jalen Ramsey in appearance, physique, and style of play.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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While Caine does not meet prerequisites for the job set out in a 1986 law — such as being a combatant commander or service chief — lawmakers noted his decades of service.—
Tara Copp,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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But on Friday, California’s Second Appellate District reversed that ruling under a California law that allows for the early dismissal of claims intended to chill free speech.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2025
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By the 1870s, the filibuster had become both a fixture of the political process and a noun — though it was initially applied to the person who gave the speeches, rather than the act of speaking itself, Merriam-Webster says.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2025
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Dine on everything from pate en croute to Faroe Island salmon while taking in a performance from a wide-range of legendary performers: this spring alone sees acts from Glee’s Matthew Morrison to Jeff Goldblum.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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Christina Ricci is calling the fashion police on her younger self.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Here, 19 Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies introverted leaders can use to effectively manage teams while remaining their authentic selves.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The shapes used throughout the cabin solidify the Duster’s rugged character, but a quick knuckle tap on the various plastics quickly reminds you of its affordability factor.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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This type of optical diffraction makes small points of light take on the shape of the aperture and render as 14-point starbursts, but their tines lack definition, streaking out into multiple lines.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2025
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In order to approve legislation using the reconciliation maneuver, lawmakers must first approve a budget resolution and direct committees to craft bills reconciling spending with the new budget goals.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Missouri House passed a new version of SAPA, 100-51, last week and the state Senate is also considering a similar bill.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2025
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Not to mention, there’s a good dose of nostalgia thanks to a couple of pinball machines as well as an old-school Zoltar fortune-telling machine. Closer to our house, the East Brainerd location has a lot of the same decor but still manages to have a personality all its own.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this morning, longtime NBA personality and analyst Stephen A. Smith made some wild claims against Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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