constitution
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
This ballot measure would amend the state constitution to change the current recall system.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
"The constitution says that Congress declares war," he said, and lawmakers should "haul these folks in" to answer questions.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026
Early in the book, Mr. Wegman notes Wilson’s “profound idea that the people have natural, God-given rights of which no law or constitution can deprive them.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
Under Seoul's constitution, all North Koreans are considered citizens of the Republic of Korea, as the South is officially known, and those who reach its territory and seek to defect are generally allowed to stay.
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026
He was said to have written the constitution for Greeks living in Italy.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
![]()
States have a “wide degree of discretion” to design their tax systems — including how they define income — so long as they do not violate their constitutions, Jurow Kleiman said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
Generally, state constitutions only contain language about whether the death penalty is allowed or about what the limits are on all punishments.
From Slate ● Feb. 24, 2026
It added that "rights are not protected by temporary decrees, but... through permanent constitutions that express the will of the people and all components" of society.
From Barron's ● Jan. 17, 2026
In response to the decree, the Kurdish administration in Syria's north and north-east said it was "a first step" but called for "permanent constitutions that express the will of the people", rather than "temporary decrees".
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2026
Elections to regional legislatures would take place at the same time as national elections, and the regional bodies could draw up their own constitutions consistent with the national constitution.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing constitution
Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (1787)
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Bill of Rights
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Star-Spangled Vocabulary: Patriotic Words
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word