legislatives

plural of legislative

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Noun
  • Ir remains to be seen, though, how many legislatures will follow, and whether the outburst of mid-decade redistricting will extend down to county commissions, city councils and school boards that make myriad decisions affecting people's lives.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 June 2026
  • Howard said at least 40 legislatures have signed on to the statement from both sides of the aisle.
    Irene Wright, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Noun
  • The highlight of Leo's visit to Madrid will be his speech Monday to both chambers of the Spanish Parliament, the first by a pope.
    CBS News, CBS News, 6 June 2026
  • The highlight of Leo's visit to Madrid will be his speech June 8 to both chambers of the Spanish parliament.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 June 2026
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“Legislatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legislatives. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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