rights
Americanplural noun
adjective
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Origin of rights
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Goldman didn’t, arguing the U.S. already had legislation to condition arms sales on respect for human rights.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
"There is still a chance that in the future, he could come and try and start claiming parental rights and take us through a court case," admitted Tianna.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Fujimori supports neoliberal policies, property rights and attracting US investment.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
A coalition of children's rights organisations, health professional bodies, charities, and community and voluntary sector groups, the Equal Protection Working Group, expressed "profound disappointment".
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Certainly, he never made anywhere near a profit from the Fischer–Spassky match, despite the revenue from admissions fees, the sale of souvenirs, posters, television rights, etc.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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