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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
Its constitution renounces the right to wage war as a means of settling such disputes.
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Npr Staff, NPR, 19 Mar. 2026
The current measures aim to unify the legal, customs, and trade framework across all Iraqi borders in line with the federal constitution.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This is codified in Japan’s constitution (Article 9), which traditionally limited the military to self-defence only.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
Its 2019 constitution grants citizens the right to demonstrate, but a law more specifically defining that right is stalled in the legislature, leaving those who take to the street in legal limbo.
—Dave Sherwood, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
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Npr Staff, NPR, 19 Mar. 2026
The current measures aim to unify the legal, customs, and trade framework across all Iraqi borders in line with the federal constitution.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This is codified in Japan’s constitution (Article 9), which traditionally limited the military to self-defence only.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 15 Mar. 2026
Its 2019 constitution grants citizens the right to demonstrate, but a law more specifically defining that right is stalled in the legislature, leaving those who take to the street in legal limbo.
—Dave Sherwood, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
Noun
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In any case, its proximity is ideal for those looking for quick and easy access to nature.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Ken Heinz Hedge Fund Research That breakdown in traditional relationships reflects the unusual nature of the current shock, said industry veterans.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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Muscles become stronger and more defined, posture improves and your overall physique becomes more athletic.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Now 30, Varvarych was a bodybuilder and is still proud of his physique, refusing to show self-pity.—
Carol Guzy,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2026
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In a March 13 reply brief, the government argued that federal law allows the attorney general to make successive 120-day interim appointments when vacancies persist.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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Following his military service, Mueller earned a law degree from the University of Virginia.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
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Our lawmakers who passed this act have their rewards, and doubtless many of them got rewarded with votes in the last election because of it.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
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Others may opt to take on new spiritual practices, such as daily prayer or acts of charity.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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Your intense focus thrives when self-judgment softens.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The event involves no less than three after-parties, and the film bounces between Nick’s future self and Mike trying to prevent Present Nick from serving him up on a silver platter to Sosa while Jimmy Boy is busy enjoying his newfound freedom to its debauched fullest.—
Stephen Saito,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2026
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This means that your desire to whip things in shape at home or with a family member might be ill-timed.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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Let collaboration shape a strong plan.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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Many rank-and-file legislators who voted in favor of the House and Senate bills to legalize skill games also received campaign checks from their manufacturers.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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The no-bill in the 1991 killing of Cynthia Gonzalez comes in a case on which a University of Texas at Arlington criminology class worked with police.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 21,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2026
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Even if one accepts that perfectly reasonable people are happy to live in a bubble with strangers for months in hopes of achieving love, fame or a cash prize, someone inevitably is cast to bring the crazy, er, conversation-sparking personality.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Backup forward Nic Coadie — a great personality — explained the nuances of college football to Round 1 hero Matas Vokietaitis, who fielded questions from reporters about his free throw shooting.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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