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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
Unlike every other country that has a death-penalty blasphemy law, Nigeria’s constitution states that no federal or state government may establish an official religion.
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Sean Nelson, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The league constitution grants Goodell the authority to fine, suspend or even terminate the contract of a coach for conduct detrimental to the league.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Under Venezuela’s constitution, such a declaration allows the government to suspend some guarantees for up to 90 days, renewable once, though basic rights such as life and protection from torture remain in place.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
While Texas lawmakers approved their map outright, California voters are required to sign off on their map because the state constitution normally gives redistricting power to a nonpartisan citizen commission.
—Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Sean Nelson, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The league constitution grants Goodell the authority to fine, suspend or even terminate the contract of a coach for conduct detrimental to the league.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Under Venezuela’s constitution, such a declaration allows the government to suspend some guarantees for up to 90 days, renewable once, though basic rights such as life and protection from torture remain in place.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
While Texas lawmakers approved their map outright, California voters are required to sign off on their map because the state constitution normally gives redistricting power to a nonpartisan citizen commission.
—Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
Noun
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Wisdom from on high — and down low Henry is philosophical by nature.—
Neal Rubin,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The changing of the leaves draws nature enthusiasts, often called leaf-peepers, to see the bright colors from Hudson Valley, New York to Boulder, Colorado, and Snoqualmie Valley, Washington.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Coleman was the second-leading scorer on the AAC’s third-best team and has the physique to level up.—
CJ Moore,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Crowe previously revealed his trimmer physique while stepping out to Wimbledon on July 1 with his girlfriend, Britney Theriot.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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The bill lists several topics teachers could discuss, including the religious background of the signers of the Declaration of Independence (which included Protestants and Deists), President George Washington's farewell address and the biblical Ten Commandments' influence on American law.—
Jessie Balmert,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Oct. 2025
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By law, half of the 20,000 available scholarships are required to go to families with no income cap, meaning even those making $1 million or more could qualify.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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The act requires virtual currency kiosk operators to register with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, provide reports detailing all kiosk locations, and provide full refunds to new customers who are victims of scams at kiosks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Oct. 2025
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Victims should document evidence, prioritize safety and report incidents promptly, even if unsure whether the act constitutes a crime, officials said.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This season, with more self-belief and ice time and carryover chemistry with Pastrnak and Elias Lindholm, Geekie makes the most of his first-line ride.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Then, in late September, Inman Grant asked 16 more companies, ranging from gaming platforms such as Roblox to messaging apps such as WhatsApp, to self-assess whether the ban should also apply to them.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are hundreds of models available in all shapes, sizes, and (most frighteningly) price ranges.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Oct. 2025
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Passionate about utopian socialism and architecture, Gaudí’s forms and shapes were totally fresh, otherworldly and are sometimes referred to as a precursor of the Surrealist movement, of which Salvador Dalí was a key proponent.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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While voting on the bill is unlikely, the provision banning software tools like virtual private networks, or VPNs, has caused concern over potential government overreach in tech spaces.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Senate Democrats, who are demanding a permanent extension of federal subsidies to help people afford health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, have voted down the funding bill four times.—
Terry Moseley,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Burns began as a forward before solidifying his calling as a defenseman, playing seven years in Minnesota and flashing his personality off the ice and thoroughbred mentally on the ice.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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