as in takeovers
the unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority
the legislature's arrogation of certain powers that are explicitly reserved by the constitution for the judiciary
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City leaders and entrepreneurs have rushed to embrace the games, staging watch parties, block festivals and bar takeovers.
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Parents and teachers have been raising the alarms at school board meetings and town halls about losing educators and special programs due to the closures and state takeovers.
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The seizures added up to about 420 grams of cocaine, $2,291 in cash, a rifle, four pistols, various magazines and ammunition, and digital scales and packaging materials believed to be used in narcotics distribution, the sheriff's office said.
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In more severe cases, neurological signs develop, such as seizures.
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Republican leaders of the appropriations committee have cast doubt on whether a third reconciliation bill is possible.
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Immigration advocates warn that regular appropriations bills often include provisions that would require DHS to report to Congress or the public on spending, program updates and demographics of those detained.
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“Arrogations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrogations. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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