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affirmative

[uh-fur-muh-tiv] / əˈfɜr mə tɪv /


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As to those analogues: Jackson ridiculed Alito’s refusal to acknowledge that they show how “states routinely required affirmative consent for armed carry onto private property” at the founding.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

Too much of the program is made up of tedious movies by beloved Cannes veterans — essentially affirmative action for auteurs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

As she helps clients weigh the pros and cons of a hardship withdrawal, she said she draws on affirmative phrases such as “Let’s explore steps to secure your future.”

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Powell currently holds that position, and it would take an affirmative vote of the committee to replace him before his term in that role expires in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

An echo answered in the affirmative: cave cave cave cave .

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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