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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
The constitution says that states will administer elections.
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Dana Taylor, USA Today, 15 June 2026
After 1804, however, hundreds of white French people remained in Haiti and were naturalized as Haitian citizens, securing equal rights under Dessalines’ 1805 Haitian constitution.
—Julia Gaffield, The Conversation, 15 June 2026
Along those lines, Paxton, as the highest-ranking legal officer in Texas, could insist that Texas Tech, a public university, and its officers and students have been denied due process and other protections under the state constitution.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 June 2026
Switzerland’s democratic system allows citizens to propose changes to the constitution through a popular initiative.
—Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 12 June 2026
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Dana Taylor, USA Today, 15 June 2026
After 1804, however, hundreds of white French people remained in Haiti and were naturalized as Haitian citizens, securing equal rights under Dessalines’ 1805 Haitian constitution.
—Julia Gaffield, The Conversation, 15 June 2026
Along those lines, Paxton, as the highest-ranking legal officer in Texas, could insist that Texas Tech, a public university, and its officers and students have been denied due process and other protections under the state constitution.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 June 2026
Switzerland’s democratic system allows citizens to propose changes to the constitution through a popular initiative.
—Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
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The sentient spaceship named the Andromeda Ascendant was a cool touch, and the show's upbeat nature won over loyal genre audiences.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
17 June 2026
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Prior research has found more than 70% of all ultraprocessed foods fit the definition of hyperpalatable — combinations of sugar, refined carbs, sodium and fat that are not found in nature.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Like many of his friends, he was equipped with an athletic physique.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2026
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Midfielder Vitinha is still in awe over Ronaldo’s physique.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Under Florida law, a first-time DUI conviction can carry penalties that include fines, probation, community service and a driver's license suspension, though any potential penalties in this case would depend on the outcome of court proceedings.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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For Claire Gregory, however, that expectation never fully aligned with reality, despite earning her law degree, passing two bar exams and working across various areas of the legal field.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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For Executive Chef Gary Caldwell, crafting this menu is an act of preservation.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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But the Royals produced an avalanche of offense, with every starter getting into the act.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
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Digital services are also obliged to implement an age verification mechanism that goes beyond self-declaration that the user is over age 18 to protect them from accessing inappropriate or prohibited material.—
Sylvia Hui,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Digital services are also obliged to implement an age verification mechanism that goes beyond self-declaration that the user is over 18 to protect them from accessing inappropriate or prohibited material.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The Tri-Counties Community Center in Marysville is in bad shape and at risk of shutting down due to years of storm damage.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Lightweight summer texture meets a structured, work-worthy shape.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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The bill limits recipient eligibility, reduces benefits and services and shifts costs from the federal government onto states and local municipalities.—
Lizzie Kane
June 14,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
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Here is why a phrase buried in a Brussels document should matter to anyone who pays a gas bill or hedges a fuel contract.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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As the New York Knicks make their run through the NBA Finals, a wide range of celebrities have shown up to support the team, including model, entrepreneur and media personality Jordyn Woods, who is often spotted courtside alongside Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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The Lesson Is Bigger Than Elon Strip away the personality and the takeaway outlasts the news cycle.—
Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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