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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
The Indian constitution also allowed for asymmetric federal arrangements that granted greater degrees of autonomy to certain regions, including the Muslim-majority state of Jammu and Kashmir and parts of the hilly and ethnically diverse northeast of India.
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Yamini Aiyar, Foreign Affairs, 23 July 2025
Juan José’s grandnephew, Manuel Domínguez, was mayor of Los Angeles under Mexican rule and a signer of the California state constitution.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 23 July 2025
Article 30 of the UAW constitution outlines the steps members must take to remove a sitting UAW president.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
The white supremacists who wrote the Texas constitutions of 1866 and 1876 ensured that schooling for Black and white students remained inherently separate and unequal.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Yamini Aiyar, Foreign Affairs, 23 July 2025
Juan José’s grandnephew, Manuel Domínguez, was mayor of Los Angeles under Mexican rule and a signer of the California state constitution.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 23 July 2025
Article 30 of the UAW constitution outlines the steps members must take to remove a sitting UAW president.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 22 July 2025
The white supremacists who wrote the Texas constitutions of 1866 and 1876 ensured that schooling for Black and white students remained inherently separate and unequal.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitution
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There isn’t anything of an evidentiary nature that proves this to be the case.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Lockhart turns these arresting settings into her own stage, capturing the vivid blues and greens of nature, and the remote island’s distinctive geology and geography, while the children at play within the landscapes bring movement and surprise to her extended static takes.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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A lot of Kerstin’s desire has been pooled toward improving all parts of his game, not least of which is his physique.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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That's when play-by-play announcer Michael Kay couldn't help but bring up Doncic's impressive new physique while encouraging him to throw shade at the Mavericks.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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But a sprawling expanse of abusive online behavior doesn’t technically violate federal laws or individual company policies.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
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Restrictions should include prohibiting sharing information about residents, removing federal agents from local police facilities, and rescinding or narrowing authorizations to enforce local law.—
Spencer Reynolds,
Time,
8 Aug. 2025
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The nostalgia has hit music as well, where TRL-era acts like Backstreet Boys, Nelly, the Goo Goo Dolls and Oasis are all enjoying successful residencies and summer tours.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Breaking through as in independent act has never been tougher.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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But when Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s was winning the biggest awards in audio journalism, Walker’s triumph was tempered by the fact that Gimlet itself was a husk of its former self.—
Eric Benson,
Rolling Stone,
18 Aug. 2025
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Show Up As Your Authentic Self Show up publicly as your authentic self, clearly articulating your core values and unique approach.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Many organizations proudly claim their identity security is in good shape; 74% rate themselves as advanced or established.—
Arun Shrestha,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Coach Andy Reid recently said his player is in tip-top shape.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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However, California residents are often given the option to buy solar systems outright and include the cost of solar in their mortgages or lease the panels from solar providers and pay a monthly fee which is often less than the typical electrical bill for a non-solar home.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The bill, penned by Bronx City Councilman Rafael Salamanca, will be formally submitted at the Council’s meeting Thursday.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
12 Aug. 2025
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Clarkson has also been open about her daughter's independent personality.—
Julie Tremaine,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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For this difference in personalities, their bars' shuttle systems fit the sisters well.—
Kylie Volavongsa,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Constitution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitution. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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