rule of law
noun phrase
: a situation in which the laws of a country are obeyed by everyone
The courts uphold the rule of law.
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The financial freedom taken for granted in the United States is unimaginable in regions lacking independent central banks, robust rule of law, and a competitive financial sector.
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Christian Catalini, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Stephens would do well to stop flagellating himself and the Never Trumpers and instead join democracy advocates in defending the rule of law in a dangerous new world.
—Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2025
Whatever the reason, Biden’s inconsistencies on human rights and the rule of law have left these principles vulnerable to further erosion under future presidents and other world leaders.
—Sarah Yager, Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Even though the case did not go to trial, Smith stated that the rule of law and the example the prosecution team set to fight for justice against all odds matter.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Jan. 2025
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Christian Catalini, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Stephens would do well to stop flagellating himself and the Never Trumpers and instead join democracy advocates in defending the rule of law in a dangerous new world.
—Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2025
Whatever the reason, Biden’s inconsistencies on human rights and the rule of law have left these principles vulnerable to further erosion under future presidents and other world leaders.
—Sarah Yager, Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Even though the case did not go to trial, Smith stated that the rule of law and the example the prosecution team set to fight for justice against all odds matter.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Rule of law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rule%20of%20law. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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rule of law
1
: an authoritative legal doctrine, principle, or precept applied to the facts of an appropriate case
adopting the rule of law that is most persuasive in light of precedent, reason and policy—Wright v. Wright, 904 P.2d 403 (1995)
Wright v. Wright, 904 P.2d 403 (1995)2
: government by law : adherence to due process of law
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