reproductive rights

plural noun

US
: a woman's right to choose whether or not she will have a baby

Examples of reproductive rights in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant denomination in the United States, called Wednesday for restrictions on in-vitro fertilization, as the hot-button topic of reproductive rights takes center stage ahead of the November elections. CBS News, 13 June 2024 This is true even if French Gates were to put all her capital behind the issue of reproductive rights in the country, said McCarthy. Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 11 June 2024 The Levin campaign is intent on questioning the authenticity of Gunderson’s support for reproductive rights. Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2024 Both Smith and Hicks have campaigned on securing reproductive rights, affordable health care and protecting the environment. Mark Wasson, Twin Cities, 8 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for reproductive rights 

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“Reproductive rights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reproductive%20rights. Accessed 17 Jun. 2024.

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