constitutionally

Example Sentences

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In a post-coup period of emergency rule, Min Aung Hlaing served as both commander-in-chief of the armed forces and acting president, but to become permanent president he is constitutionally compelled to relinquish his military post.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After the veteran argued he was the victim of a vindictive prosecution, Boasberg allowed for an inquiry into whether the case was rooted in punishing him for constitutionally protected speech.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

You are not constitutionally incapable of washing a carrot.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

He is constitutionally barred from seeking election in April.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Then slavery would be constitutionally abolished once and for all.

From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt