Federal Government
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In Justice Samuel Alito’s opinion, he justified the high court’s decision, writing that “the Constitution almost never permits the Federal Government or a State to discriminate on the basis of race.”
From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026
He stresses “the general rule that the Constitution almost never permits the Federal Government or a State to discriminate on the basis of race” except to remedy specific instances of past discrimination.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
US officials added that any future aid would be "dependent on the Somali Federal Government taking accountability" and remediating the matter.
From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026
“The Federal Government would be harmed if forced to comply with either Act, and also faces harm from the real threat of criminal liability for noncompliance,” the lawsuit states.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025
“We just called off yet another strike, even though no lecturer has been paid for the last two months. They tell us the Federal Government has no money.”
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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