natural rights
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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How to use natural rights in a sentence
I am not suspected of wishing to do harm to man or woman; or with disturbing any man's natural rights.
The Trial of Theodore Parker | Theodore ParkerMr. Burns had done no wrong or injury to any one—but simply came to Massachusetts, to possess and enjoy these natural rights.
The Trial of Theodore Parker | Theodore ParkerNeither natural rights nor present ability and present service form a complete measure.
The Ethics of Coperation | James Hayden TuftsHence the criminal court appears to be the highest of the courts, and the one that most deeply affects the natural rights of man.
Elements of Folk Psychology | Wilhelm WundtAn irregular trial has deprived him of the natural rights in his own country.
Life and Correspondence of David Hume, Volume II (of 2) | John Hill Burton
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