The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
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The American Property Casualty Insurance Association, a large industry trade group, did not respond to a request for comment on the vetoes, but voiced support for Allen’s non-renewal bill.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026
Under the US Constitution, legislation becomes law after 10 days if the president neither signs nor vetoes it while Congress remains in session.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
“Reforms such as harmonizing VAT rules or establishing a common consolidated corporate tax base remain stuck because of national vetoes, leaving firms to navigate a maze of fragmented tax regimes,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025
How that will transpire is unclear, but it yet again raises the prospect of disagreement, vetoes and stand-off.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2025
After Coin vetoes a dinner, entertainment, and alcohol, Plutarch yells, “What’s the point of the propo if no one’s having any fun!”
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
