decalogues

noun

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

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  1. laws
  2. constitutions
  3. codes
Noun
  • And this year, Georgia--with its draconian voting suppression laws--is breaking all kinds of voting records.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 31 Oct. 2026
  • The long running legal battle centers on allegations that the league and its 32 teams conspired in violation of antitrust laws to allow the NFL to reach exclusive deals with broadcast partners for the right to air out-of-market games.
    — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of laws
Noun
  • Its work included helping to rewrite the constitutions of these countries, reform court systems, and adopt democratic rule of law principles.
    — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Noncitizens are not eligible under federal law to vote in elections, but most states do not explicitly state this mandate in their constitutions or laws.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of constitutions
Noun
  • The job involves installing new wiring, which must meet the local building codes and often requires trenching to run the line to its location.
    — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Developers are required to meet all technical requirements and local regulations, including setbacks, building codes, environmental impacts and stormwater management reviews.
    — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of codes
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“Decalogues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decalogues. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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