parliamentary

Example Sentences

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The Scotsman had built a stellar reputation at sea, offset by an inept sense of naval and parliamentary politics at home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

To join a Hormuz mission, the government would need to secure parliamentary authorization, which in turn requires a robust international mandate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Hounkpe ran a low-key campaign and needed the help of majority lawmakers to secure the required parliamentary endorsements even to get on the ballot paper.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The parliamentary legislation to accompany some of them is expected later this year, and will include new powers allowing so-called "dynamic alignment" with Europe in areas where deals have already been signed.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

When I thought of Western democracy and freedom, I thought of the British parliamentary system.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela