higher law
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of higher law
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
Example Sentences
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Aid workers and development officials attribute the reduction to tougher laws, stronger economies and less poverty, as well as more education for girls.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Monday he would push for tougher laws against hate speech and extremism in the wake of the country's deadliest mass shooting in decades.
From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025
The case which has also led to outrage on social media in recent days has seen some seeking tougher laws to deal with such cases.
From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025
"Several individuals should be grateful the espionage and foreign interference laws are not retrospective," Mr Burgess said, referring to tougher laws which passed the country's parliament in 2018.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2024
It led the charge for tougher laws and tougher enforcement, and for public education.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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