constitution

noun

ˌkän(t)-stə-ˈtü-shən How to pronounce constitution (audio)
Definition of constitutionnext
1
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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2
as in physique
the type of body that a person has that marathon runner is known more for her strong constitution than for her speed

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3
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 court said the measures addressed multiple subjects in violation of the state constitution. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 Thomas Jefferson went so far as to calculate that a new constitution should be written every nineteen years. — Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Many have carried the Indian flag and brought copies of the constitution to the demonstration. — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 26 June 2026 Gun rights groups argued that the law, which was set to take effect July 1, violates the state’s constitution. — Liam Bowman, Washington Post, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for constitution
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  1. nature
  2. physique
  3. law
  4. act
  5. self
  6. shape
  7. bill
  8. personality
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  • The true luxury lies in its unmatched convenience at a semi-affordable price point, blending the effortless nature of private aviation with the accessibility of commercial travel.
    — Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • There’s still a championship-level tension in the air, but the relaxed nature of the sport creates a unique environment.
    — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
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  • Some of the other presidents’ physical activities prompted some reflection on his own physique.
    — Michelle L. Price, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • They’ve been specially designed in sizes that acknowledge that the world includes people with different physiques, but where their faces would be, there’s a mirror.
    — Jed Perl, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026
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  • Beginning Monday, the focus shifts to whether there is enough evidence for a trial and if the death penalty is warranted, said Paul Cassell, a University of Utah law professor and former federal judge.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • And even though Georgia law does not require this, all cyclists and scooterists should wear helmets.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
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  • At the time, the colonies were still under British rule, making the creation of a national flag a potentially dangerous act.
    — Pete Cuddihy, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • The core party at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will feature performances by acts including the Smashing Pumpkins, Maren Morris and Anthony Ramos, according to the America 250 website.
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of act
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  • Live in the moment, but don’t make promises your future self has to keep.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
  • This bold decision proved successful, underscoring her philosophy of self-advocacy in the industry.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of self
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  • Additionally, the 100-percent cotton fabric is soft, comfortable, and durable, which means the pants won’t stretch out or lose their shape.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • The slim shape gives off cool-girl energy, while the tortoiseshell finish keeps them feeling classic.
    — Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
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  • Old copper landlines are going the way of so many other aging pieces of technology as smartphones have become the way many people surf the web, pay bills, watch movies and keep up with friends and family.
    — Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Rather than merely sign the bill and move on, Newsom on Wednesday cheered it.
    — Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of bill
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  • Fortunately, today's kitchen rugs are designed to handle real-life messes while bringing plenty of personality underfoot.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 July 2026
  • Looks like the two very different personalities will have to share their grandfather’s cottage for the time being.
    — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 9 July 2026
Definition of personality

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