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ratification

[rat-uh-fi-key-shuhn] / ˌræt ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən /


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Black voting rights proved critical to the ratification of the 14th and 15th amendments.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

The new regulation could apply as soon as July 1 after members of the bloc conclude their formal ratification processes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

If proposed by two-thirds votes of both congressional chambers, this amendment would then go to the states for ratification.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The new contract is still subject to ratification following a vote by union members.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Alice Paul raises a glass in celebration of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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