interpretation

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It’s the latter portion — “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” — that leaves room for interpretation, forming the beachhead upon which legal arguments against birthright citizenship have been mounted.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

"They're buying the layer where interpretation happens," she added on LinkedIn.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Most tellingly, Justice Clarence Thomas has already adopted a broad interpretation of the citizenship clause, albeit in a different context.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Branded "rhubarb and custard", Scotland wore a modern interpretation on the Earl of Rosebery's colours to round off Euro 2016 qualifying with a dominant 6-0 win over Gibraltar in Faro.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Again, Father put the best interpretation on it.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom