statute
Example Sentences
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If the statute says Chiles can help a child explore gender issues, then what’s the problem?, she asked.
Federal judges in New York and Florida have already started authorizing the unsealing of grand jury transcripts and exhibits under the new statute, including in Maxwell’s 2021 case.
From Salon
The Kennedy Center was established as a living memorial by federal statute, making Congressional approval a requirement for an official name change.
From Los Angeles Times
Lee repeatedly denied the allegations and argued that the statute of limitations had run out.
From Los Angeles Times
The statute, which dates from the 1930s, seeks to preserve a level playing field between small retailers and bigger sellers such as grocery chains.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.