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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
Yet there is little evidence that the younger Khamenei possesses the religious background the Iranian constitution requires.
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Akbar Ganji, Foreign Affairs, 13 Feb. 2025
And even if O’Neill Burke chooses not to, the state’s Workers Rights Amendment, which enshrines the right to collective bargaining in the state’s constitution, provides a legal foundation to counteract the 1995 decision, labor representatives said.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
The Minnesota organization said in an email to member schools Thursday that participation by and eligibility of transgender athletes is controlled by the Minnesota Human Rights Act, which contains protections for LGBTQ+ people, and the state constitution.
—Steve Karnowski, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
There has been a land redistribution and restitution provision in the country’s constitution since South Africa emerged from its apartheid era and held its first democratic elections in 1994.
—Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN, 8 Feb. 2025
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Akbar Ganji, Foreign Affairs, 13 Feb. 2025
And even if O’Neill Burke chooses not to, the state’s Workers Rights Amendment, which enshrines the right to collective bargaining in the state’s constitution, provides a legal foundation to counteract the 1995 decision, labor representatives said.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
The Minnesota organization said in an email to member schools Thursday that participation by and eligibility of transgender athletes is controlled by the Minnesota Human Rights Act, which contains protections for LGBTQ+ people, and the state constitution.
—Steve Karnowski, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
There has been a land redistribution and restitution provision in the country’s constitution since South Africa emerged from its apartheid era and held its first democratic elections in 1994.
—Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
Noun
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The shambolic nature of his plots has a Scheherazade flavor, a storyteller unfurling a tale bit by bit with no aim other than keeping the reader invested moment-to-moment, failure being the penalty of death.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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There’s a clear ebb and flow to each match, but the nature of the game’s format means that every bout is a long-simmering kettle that’s primed to boil over by the time the storm’s iris forces all survivors together in a face-off to the death.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Feb. 2025
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In a discussion with Newsweek, celebrity personal trainer Michael Baah, based in London, and content creator Sheila Abdul, 22, who is frequently compared to Elastigirl online and in real life, shared insights into this trending physique.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Hugh Jackman is showing off his Wolverine physique.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
16 Dec. 2024
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Pope Francis remains hospitalized with a severe lung infection, but while clear procedures exist for the resignation or death of a pope, no specific laws define how leadership is handled if the leader of the Catholic Church is unconscious or unable to govern.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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These small acts of showing up authentically lead to big gains over time and can inspire others along the way.—
Megan Bruneau,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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While opening acts haven’t been officially announced yet for the stadium shows, Blackpink concerts are known for their elaborate production and full-evening experiences.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Heidi Klum is the face of self care brand PosheEra.—
Mikelle Street,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
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The adaptive leader integrates I (self), we (others) and it (task and purpose) viewpoints.—
Hylke Faber,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Nuggets are in excellent shape, Denver is 9-1 in its last 10 games and is currently on a nine-game win streak.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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UConn remains in solid shape in terms of an NCAA bid, but avoiding upsets until the Big East Tournament would be a good idea.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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Medicaid pays for 6 out of 10 of residents in nursing homes, with 5.6 million Americans counting on Medicaid for their long-term care bills.—
Nik Popli / Washington,
TIME,
25 Feb. 2025
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Congress must pass a spending bill by March 14, or the federal government will shut down.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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As for Reacher’s allies, Duffy’s a federal agent with a thick Boston accent who shares a lot of Reacher’s personality quirks.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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So many of them look so bland and lack personality.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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