amendatory
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of amendatory
1780–90, < Late Latin ēmendātōrius (with a- for e- from amend ). See emendator ( def. ), -tory 1
Example Sentences
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In addition, approximately 30 percent of governors have the power of an amendatory veto, which allows them to send a bill back to the legislature and request a specific amendment to it.
From Textbooks • Jul. 28, 2021
In a statement released Thursday, the lawmakers said the legislation does not include gun control measures proposed by Gov. Bruce Rauner when he used his amendatory veto authority on gun legislation earlier this month.
From Seattle Times • May 24, 2018
The amendatory veto was overturned by the Senate on Sunday.
From Reuters • Aug. 17, 2017
This year, lawmakers in Montana rejected an amendatory veto that attempted to reduce legislative expenses.
From Washington Times • Apr. 21, 2017
Subsequently, in order to meet the President's views, such an amendatory or Supplemental Act was passed and approved.
From The Great Conspiracy, Volume 4 by Logan, John Alexander
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