Thesaurus results for DECALOGUE

decalogue

noun

ˈde-kə-ˌlȯg

Definition of decalogue

as in law

a collection or system of rules of conduct the decalogue for scouting known as the Scout Oath

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Recent Examples of decalogue The state law didn’t just undermine parents who want to raise their children as non-religious, but Christians who would rather emphasize the Beatitudes over the decalogue. — Peter Greene, Forbes.com, 18 Mar. 2026 Freedom from hard collars, from the decalogue, from parental admonitions. — John Dos Passos, National Review, 28 Sep. 2020

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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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Independent Polish judges visited scores of towns to promote the rule of law and teach voters about the country's constitution.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Independent Polish judges visited scores of towns to promote the rule of law and teach voters about the country’s constitution.

— Sudhin Thanawala, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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