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a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
a local ordinance forbids all street parking during snowstorms
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Recent Examples of ordinances
In her introduction of the ordinances, Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas drew a direct tie between the ordinances and the violence in Minneapolis, where ICE agents have killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old poet and mother of three, and Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Veterans Affairs ICU nurse.
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Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2026
No federal permit is required to have the exotic pet; however, local ordinances can prohibit such ownership.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
After debating the concept, the council ultimately voted 4-1, with Councilmember Joy Lyndes opposed, to direct city staff to do more research and see if Encinitas could use other cities’ ordinances as a template when crafting its own business hour limits.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
In Cincinnati, homeowners and tenants are responsible for keeping sidewalks free of snow and ice, according to city ordinances.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Jan. 2026
The ordinances are expected to be discussed again at the next commission meeting on February 3, 2026.
—Bri Buckley, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
While it may be permitted on public property, residents should consider local ordinances as well as trespassing laws.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
The Town can only enforce code requirements set forth with current ordinances in effect both locally and with the state.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
According to the city’s ordinances, streets in subdivisions have to be extended for other subdivision development.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2026
No federal permit is required to have the exotic pet; however, local ordinances can prohibit such ownership.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
After debating the concept, the council ultimately voted 4-1, with Councilmember Joy Lyndes opposed, to direct city staff to do more research and see if Encinitas could use other cities’ ordinances as a template when crafting its own business hour limits.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
In Cincinnati, homeowners and tenants are responsible for keeping sidewalks free of snow and ice, according to city ordinances.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Jan. 2026
The ordinances are expected to be discussed again at the next commission meeting on February 3, 2026.
—Bri Buckley, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
While it may be permitted on public property, residents should consider local ordinances as well as trespassing laws.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
The Town can only enforce code requirements set forth with current ordinances in effect both locally and with the state.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
According to the city’s ordinances, streets in subdivisions have to be extended for other subdivision development.
—Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ordinances
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Denmark plans tougher deportation laws COPENHAGEN, Denmark -- Denmark unveiled a legal reform on Friday allowing foreigners who have been sentenced to at least one year of unconditional imprisonment for serious crimes to be deported.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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Advocate has steadily increased starting hourly pay since 2022, with annual raises often double the requirements of local minimum wage laws.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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In between acts, there was a dance intermission featuring background dancers, including a solo female dancer performing a contemporary piece, before the stage opened to a full dance performance.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The two acts drew a crowd of about 13,000 to the former Xcel Energy Center in August 2023.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
26 Jan. 2026
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Johnson had already hinted at the change in strategy in multiple Sunday show appearances, while also expressing confidence all bills would be passed by Tuesday.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Feb. 2026
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Their ultimate decision will come at a time when the local government is experiencing financial difficulties and when residents have struggled to keep up with high utility and property tax bills.—
Sofi Zeman
January 31,
Kansas City Star,
1 Feb. 2026
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The state legislature subsequently enacted statutes adopting the ABC test with exceptions.—
Dan Eaton,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Courts have almost universally blocked these attempts as violating the underlying statutes establishing the federal programs.—
Ronald Brownstein,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Lawmakers tore up agenda papers and scuffled Wednesday over constitutional amendments opposition claims would extend parliament’s mandate, which expires in April.—
Omar Faruk,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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In October, the city’s infrastructure and growth committee discussed possible amendments to zoning requirements for liquor, package, and smoke shops, in addition to pawn shops and some new language in the zoning code for bars and restaurants.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Ordinances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ordinances. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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