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Examples of lawmaker in a Sentence
the state's lawmakers worked long into the night drafting a bill that would be acceptable to everyone
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One of the key provisions in the legislation passed by lawmakers would put prohibitions on what is known as step therapy, in which insurers require patients to try a different, often cheaper, alternative before treatment recommended by doctors.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 25 May 2024
Placed on the state ballot by Florida lawmakers, Amendment 2 aims to establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish, which its proponents believe is a necessity to protect the outdoor recreation industry and give power back to Florida residents.
—Alyssa Johnson, Miami Herald, 24 May 2024
If the issue isn’t being decided by courts or lawmakers, voters are weighing in on their ballots.
—Maayan Silver, NPR, 24 May 2024
On Thursday, lawmakers passed the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill (DMCC) through Parliament, which will let regulators enforce rules without the help of the courts.
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 24 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of lawmaker was
in the 14th century
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“Lawmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lawmaker. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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