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natural rights

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  1. Rights that people supposedly have under natural law. The Declaration of Independence of the United States lists life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness as natural rights.

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"We stand at the edge of a new era - one where our natural rights will prevail," she told viewers.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

Mr. Persico sides with scholars who find the rudiments of natural rights in the medieval period.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

But his most singular focus is on defending the natural rights of the traditionally hyper-masculine.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2024

Both documents reflect Enlightenment ideas of natural rights and accountable government.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2024

She saw it as an issue of natural rights.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

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