abridge

Example Sentences

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They debated and ultimately approved the extension of birthright citizenship to these children, concluding that their parents’ lack of American citizenship should not abridge their own civil rights.

From Slate • Jan. 21, 2025

In televised remarks before the cabinet session, Netanyahu said it was "unthinkable" that the government would abridge the right to demonstrate or support any violence against protesters.

From Reuters • Jul. 9, 2023

Green, a Republican, told the Daily Press that he’s “certainly not going to abridge free speech” on a boat owner’s theme.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2021

The 15th Amendment said that neither the United States nor "any state" could deny or abridge the right to vote "on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude."

From Salon • May 22, 2021

The producers hope to abridge Philip’s nine-hour opera about an engineer who tries to bridge the Grand Canyon. accept/except.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner