decennial

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Typically, states create new congressional maps every 10 years, in line with the national decennial census.

From Slate • May 14, 2026

So far, India has redrawn parliamentary seats three times based on the decennial census in 1951, 1961 and 1971.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The decennial has brought a wave of collective nostalgia for matte makeup, skinny jeans and Rihanna songs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

After the decennial census, states redraw district lines for congressional and legislative districts based on population shifts, protections for minority voters required by the federal Voting Rights Act and other factors.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2025

The next decennial prize will be awarded in 1915, and the announcement of the conditions may be obtained from the President of Lake Forest College.

From The Sources Of Religious Insight by Royce, Josiah