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congressional

[kuhn-gresh-uh-nl, kuhng-] / kənˈgrɛʃ ə nl, kəŋ- /


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Their arguments helped convince congressional Republicans to push for the 15th Amendment, embedding in our national charter for the first time the idea that the right to vote is essential to a functioning democracy.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

"It has been my privilege to serve the residents of Texas's 23rd congressional district," his brief letter stated.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The first lady also called for a congressional hearing for victims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

"He was one of the first filmmakers," said George Willeman, leader of the congressional library's nitrate film vault, who said the recovered reel was likely a third-generation copy of the Melies original.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Besides making Coal instantly popular at both the middle and high schools, it had made the news and sparked a congressional investigation into military experiments.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste