STATUTES Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

statutes

noun

plural of statute

as in laws

a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature a new antilittering statute

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Recent Examples of statutes Such offenses are commonly prosecuted under voyeurism or invasion-of-privacy statutes, though some states have adopted laws specifically targeting upskirting. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 And the states argued that these practices violated state consumer protection statutes as well. — Carolina Rossini, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 This dwindling buffer forces the nation into a high-stakes standoff against the uncompromising laws of fluid dynamics, immense geological forces, strict federal statutes, and relentless geopolitical pressure. — Siddharth Misra, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026 Kobrin argued that the General Assembly's authority to propose a constitutional amendment comes directly from the state Constitution and, because of that, lawmakers can override statutes such as the July 1 deadline. — Dennis Valera, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026 Jackson County Counselor Bryan Covinsky said that a hearing was not required since the transit tax would not intersect with local or state statutes. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 Police in both jurisdictions denied records requests from ProPublica and The Post by citing an exemption under state privacy statutes, but the news organizations obtained excerpts from the police report in McAllen. — Molly Hensley-Clancy, ProPublica, 20 Aug. 2026 Attorneys representing the states allege that Meta violated federal and state laws like the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, or COPPA, and various consumer protection statutes. — Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026 Unlike some of the other statutes Trump has turned to after the Supreme Court struck down his sweeping tariffs earlier this year, this trade law, known as Section 338, does not appear to impose a time limit on the duties. — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

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Noun

The state agency oversees the facility’s air and water quality permits and compliance with environmental waste laws.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
Johnson has repeatedly spoken out about how Missouri’s gun laws have hampered prosecuting the case, after two of the men charged in the shooting received plea agreements.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026

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Plans on the table include competitive gaming showcases, community programs for creators, fan meet-ups and concert-style shows featuring K-pop acts.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
After the initial accusation, the number of women accusing Watson of indecent acts during massage therapy appointments grew to 24.

— Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026

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Known for his connections to Richard’s Bar, the old-school tavern where the city’s smoking ordinances never seem to be enforced, Dominic has reputed Outfit ties that go back many years.

— Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
The conversation shifted from tougher ordinances toward resource allocation and investing in third spaces, which are places outside of work, school or home.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of ordinances

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That evolution is particularly relevant in the utility industry, where electricity demand is growing, grids need modernization and companies face mounting pressure to invest while keeping customer bills affordable.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026
Johannesburg’s finances are collapsing under the weight of unpaid bills, leaving South Africa’s economic hub cash-starved and politically rudderless, according to a new report.

— Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of bills

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Board member Jackie Traynere, the chair of the Transportation Committee, said the County Board members will continue to look at safeguards for the Flock cameras and notify municipalities of any amendments to their existing agreements.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
If it gets amended in these final days instead, the amendments will be public — but the reason for them won't be.

— Julie Watts, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

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