Example Sentences
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In his opinion, “concurring in the judgment and dissenting in part,” Kavanaugh first agreed with the majority that the executive order’s limitations on birthright citizenship are invalid.
From Slate ● Jul. 15, 2026
Justice Brett Kavanaugh filed an opinion concurring in the judgment and dissenting in part.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
The court voted 3-1 in favor of the letter of support, with Commissioner Nannette Samuelson dissenting.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2026
And although the start of their dissenting opinion is fairly consistent with Thomas’ and Alito’s harsh jurisprudence on criminal matters, the justices then do something strange.
From Slate ● Jun. 2, 2026
We were used to her outbursts during Story; in fact, she became part of Story, the dissenting voice to the way things are, the rebel waiting for the fight to be brought.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
