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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
Under current law, New York’s constitution explicitly prohibits drawing districts to favor or disfavor political parties.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
Then, in 1876, baseball’s National League was founded with territorial exclusivity for teams and, by 1891, a constitution that enshrined eight permanent members.
—Kirk Bowman, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
Indigenous languages are also widely spoken, with some having official status, as in Paraguay (Guaraní), Peru (Quechua, Aymara), and Bolivia (36 Indigenous languages, according to the 2009 constitution).
—Michael Ray, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 June 2026
Part of the Bundesrat’s mandate is to offer recommendations on whether to adopt popular initiatives that, if passed, will be incorporated into Switzerland’s ever-evolving constitution.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
Then, in 1876, baseball’s National League was founded with territorial exclusivity for teams and, by 1891, a constitution that enshrined eight permanent members.
—Kirk Bowman, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
Indigenous languages are also widely spoken, with some having official status, as in Paraguay (Guaraní), Peru (Quechua, Aymara), and Bolivia (36 Indigenous languages, according to the 2009 constitution).
—Michael Ray, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 June 2026
Part of the Bundesrat’s mandate is to offer recommendations on whether to adopt popular initiatives that, if passed, will be incorporated into Switzerland’s ever-evolving constitution.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
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Touring the campus on an early-autumn morning with Crowley and the university’s biodiversity officer, Abhishek Dixit, I was struck by the earthy overgrowth of the school grounds, which nature appeared determined to reclaim.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Cap Cana stands out as an epicenter for adventure and nature tourism.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Kumail Nanjiani, who famously transformed his physique over 14 months to play Kingo in Marvel’s Eternals, told HollywoodLife in November 2022 that fitness has become a grounding force in his life.—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Galitzine, 31, talked about his family and friends' reaction to his He-Man physique at a special screening of the movie in New York City on Monday, June 1.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
3 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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Jay Clayton alleged at the time that the gang is responsible for countless acts of violence, extortion and drug trafficking in North America, South America and Europe.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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There were reckless acts such as climbing on moving and parked vehicles and vandalism like trashing a yellow cab.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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If Louis’s self-mythology took the form of a prestige-TV period piece, then Lestat’s takes the form of some truly experimental, gonzo TV storytelling.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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Yet, Connecticut generally approaches Hartford carefully rather than self-belief.—
Kenneth Okeke,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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Every second, the radar can beam out 1,800 short-pulse radio waves in a massive cone shape.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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As the rocks eroded and wore away into their iconic shapes, Native people hunted, gathered and farmed beside them.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 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 16 Jun. 2026.
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