as in right
something to which one has a just claim
it's your prerogative to refuse to attend religious services
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Recent Examples of prerogative
Not all Republicans agreed, but their bleats of complaint hardly suggested a Congress that had finally found the moment to reassert its institutional prerogatives.
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Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
But the company later filed its own claim in federal court against the city, alleging that local officials were unlawfully interfering with the federal government’s prerogative to control immigration policy.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
The city says that was its prerogative and not a breach of the tax break agreement.
—Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
The sexy prerogative of Good Culture extends beyond social media into its physical marketing efforts.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
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Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 2 Oct. 2025
But the company later filed its own claim in federal court against the city, alleging that local officials were unlawfully interfering with the federal government’s prerogative to control immigration policy.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
The city says that was its prerogative and not a breach of the tax break agreement.
—Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
The sexy prerogative of Good Culture extends beyond social media into its physical marketing efforts.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prerogative
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The men also spoke about going on strike to demand basic rights, including communication with the outside world.—
Rocio Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
12 Nov. 2025
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Inside the store, shelves to the right of the entrance are stacked with nonperishable foods, hygiene products, pet food and donated blankets and sweaters, Smith said.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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Deputy Jaramillo’s legacy of integrity, compassion, and courage will continue to live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing and serving alongside him.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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The show debuted on May 9, 2024, and has been praised for its engaging storyline and strong performances, particularly highlighting the dynamics of class and privilege within a prestigious school setting.—
Sophie Hanson,
StyleCaster,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Prerogative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prerogative. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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