constitution
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She inscribed it: “For Lawrence Bennett and his ninth-grade class, always remember the constitution protects you. Sandra Day O’Connor.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
The two became fast friends, and O’Connor gave him her personal pocket constitution.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
It led to a referendum, held alongside the election, where most people voted for sweeping changes to the constitution, parliament and legal system.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
He said he isn’t keen on revising the constitution, however, believing it would risk weakening Japan’s commitment to military action only in self-defense.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
It promised to be an important meeting, because Ohio legislators were gathering at the same time to revise the state constitution, but Stanton didn’t feel she could leave her three young boys behind at home.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
Vocabulary lists containing constitution
Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (1787)
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The Bill of Rights
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