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supreme

[suh-preem, soo-] / səˈprim, sʊ- /


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It argued that the supremacy clause of the Constitution, which generally renders federal law supreme over state law, provided a complete defense.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

He pointed to a passage that teaches that supreme power resides with Christ and not with any man.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Khamenei's son and successor Mojtaba has yet to be seen in public since being named supreme leader, but has his own widely-used X and Telegram channels.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

In a supreme irony, as senators Ly Young Phat and Kok An took part in voting for a new law, which the Cambodian government says will harshly punish those involved in scamming.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Ernest would find it very difficult to deal with an Oppenheimer who had acquired a supreme self-confidence in the crucible of war.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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