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constitutional

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noun

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Recent Examples of constitutional
Adjective
Some of these transfers may run into conflicts with the existing police union contract; if that happens, Pallmeyer should not hesitate to use her power to subordinate those contractual provisions to the requirements of constitutional policing under the court decree. John Schmidt, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026 Advertisement Thursday’s Senate vote was framed as an attempt to draw a clear constitutional line before such scenarios materialize. Nik Popli, Time, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
Supreme Court justices take two oaths, one judicial, and the other constitutional. Joanne M. Pierce, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2020 Now more are on the streets, taking morning constitutionals, pushing strollers or riding bicycles wearing yellow kitchen gloves. Jason Horowitz, New York Times, 1 May 2020 See All Example Sentences for constitutional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitutional
Adjective
  • The risks inherent in the LBO structure are exacerbated by the amount of debt PSKY must incur, its current financial position and future prospects, as well as the lengthy period to close the transaction – which PSKY itself estimates to be 12-18 months following signing.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Seen through this lens, every person possesses inherent dignity and value.
    James O. Cunningham, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Participants will learn about the flora and fauna that make up the San Diego River ecosystem during the stroll along the river.
    Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
  • New research suggests that light daily movement, such as gentle stretching, a leisurely stroll, or easy household chores like vacuuming are linked to a lower risk of death in people with these overlapping conditions, called cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The company’s proprietary Safe+ solid-state platform, combined with its in-situ sub-micron industrial film deposition (ISFD) technology, is designed to boost energy density while improving intrinsic safety by replacing traditional liquid electrolytes.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Someone with the virginal purity of a political outsider and the intrinsic capability of an insider who’s spent decades cutting deals and keeping the government wheels spinning.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The handy bag goes with just about any outfit and can be dressed down for dog walks or dressed up for dinner out on the town.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
  • When paired with thick socks, these sneakers are a comfortable option for long walks on freezing winter days.
    Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Win on third down Extending drives on offense and cutting them short on defense will be integral.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Greenland holds strategic importance Greenland had been a colony of the Danish kingdom for hundreds of years, becoming an integral part in 1953.
    Stefanie Dazio, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The brain is composed mainly of fat, including omega-3 fatty acids and cholesterol, which are essential for maintaining brain cell structure and function.
    Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
  • That’s why investing in a plush, comfortable duvet insert or comforter is essential for creating a cozy oasis to start the new year off well-rested.
    Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026

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“Constitutional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitutional. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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