as in legislators
a member of an organized body of persons having the authority to make laws
one of the most politically adept solons in the state legislature
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Noun
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Judges, rather than legislators or business leaders, are making serious efforts to address the implications of artificial intelligence for society, as demonstrated by recent federal court rulings on copyright and attorney-client privilege.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026 -
Boise State officials and Idaho legislators have said that a patchwork of new state laws affecting NIL are causing confusion for universities, athletes and all involved.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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So far, seven GOP senators have announced their retirement.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Mar. 2026
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Typically, senators step into the chamber to cast their vote, then leave.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Solons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solons. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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