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as in natures
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 laws
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 acts
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 constitutions
In the 1890s, at the height of the Gilded Age, Southern states rewrote their constitutions to disenfranchise poor whites and Black citizens alike, specifically to crush the rising Populist movement.
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Sarita Gupta, Time, 2 June 2026
State constitutions, which often have clauses enshrining equality and education, can serve as a pathway for challenges to segregation that results from economics and housing patterns, said Robert Williams, a professor of law emeritus at Rutgers University.
—Annie Ma, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Supreme Court tries to avoid second-guessing state courts' interpretations of their own constitutions.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
In Philadelphia, on May 10th, Adams urged all the states to write constitutions, and Congress passed a resolution to that effect.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Because of their inattention or intentional decision to swear or affirm loyalty to California’s Constitution, other California US Congressional candidates are legally and morally bound to both the US and California constitutions, effectively preventing effective legislation at the federal level.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The court noted that partisan gerrymandering claims could continue to be decided in state courts under their own constitutions and laws.
—David A. Lieb, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2026
Homeowner preferences hard-coded into state constitutions decades ago now further sustain the gerontocracy.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
Encouraged and frightened by the events at Naples, other sovereigns granted constitutions.
—Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Mar. 2026
Sarita Gupta, Time, 2 June 2026
State constitutions, which often have clauses enshrining equality and education, can serve as a pathway for challenges to segregation that results from economics and housing patterns, said Robert Williams, a professor of law emeritus at Rutgers University.
—Annie Ma, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
The Supreme Court tries to avoid second-guessing state courts' interpretations of their own constitutions.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
In Philadelphia, on May 10th, Adams urged all the states to write constitutions, and Congress passed a resolution to that effect.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Because of their inattention or intentional decision to swear or affirm loyalty to California’s Constitution, other California US Congressional candidates are legally and morally bound to both the US and California constitutions, effectively preventing effective legislation at the federal level.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The court noted that partisan gerrymandering claims could continue to be decided in state courts under their own constitutions and laws.
—David A. Lieb, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2026
Homeowner preferences hard-coded into state constitutions decades ago now further sustain the gerontocracy.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 13 Apr. 2026
Encouraged and frightened by the events at Naples, other sovereigns granted constitutions.
—Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constitutions
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These observations suggest that small, mysterious moons with surprisingly different natures are the source of the particles that make up the two outermost rings, and that there are probably even more undiscovered moons to add to the 29 already known around Uranus.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, a Los Angeles jury found social media giants Meta and Google failed to warn children about the addictive natures of their platforms.—
Drew Aunkst,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Then these same superhero physiques appeared in rom-coms and dramas as regular-degular guys, muscles included.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
13 May 2026
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The trend also comes at a time when weight-loss medications are on the rise, more ultra-thin physiques appear to dominate red carpets and some social media users have built platforms off the outward pursuit of thinness.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The policies proposed by the candidates range from eliminating key environmental laws to providing free childcare and college tuition.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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But the way telemedicine is practiced varies widely, and state laws largely dictate rules that telehealth providers must follow.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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The acts played the same local haunts and campus functions before merging into a supergroup that would alter the course of modern music history.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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What kinds of acts still move you?—
Joelle Goldstein,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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The other issue on fans’ minds this weekend is whether La Familia, Inter Miami’s ardent fan group, will be back to its usual noisy, spirited selves Sunday after staging an 85-minute silent protest during last Sunday’s 2-0 win over the Portland Timbers.—
Michelle Kaufman
May 22,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2026
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The Parks and Recreation star appeared on Wednesday's episode of the late-night series for an extended segment in which Stephen Colbert finally submitted himself to his infamous questionnaire, which he's spent years telling guests is scientifically designed to reveal their true selves.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 May 2026
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Perry loves short, tubular shapes for catching all those flavorful bread crumbs and cheese.—
Deputy Food Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Today’s new wave of halter tops feels grown-up and refined, reimagined in sleek, streamlined shapes that have become fixtures everywhere from the runway to the red carpet — and across the vacation wardrobes defining Euro-summer style.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
30 May 2026
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The law prevents cities from enacting ordinances that dictate wage levels or working hours for employers.—
DJ Simmons,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2026
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This bill would prevent Illinois cities and towns from passing these counterproductive ordinances.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Those keen on his appointment may well hope his approach to managing the squad’s difficult personalities can unlock a more effective way of motivating Madrid’s galacticos to put in the hard yards.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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One by one, many of the network’s most prominent on-air personalities have made their displeasure known, sinking morale among the rank-and-file and prompting leaks and internal frustration.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
28 May 2026
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“Constitutions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constitutions. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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