as in regulation
a rule of conduct or action laid down by a governing authority and especially a legislature
Congress has proposed new legislation banning the commercial distribution of plastic straws.
Related Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of legislation
The Treasury Department has partnered with Bank of New York Mellon and Robinhood on the rollout, in progress since Congress passed the GOP legislation that established them last summer.
—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
29 June 2026
For example, in the state of Florida the Live Local Act is new legislation that allows the state to override local zoning for qualifying affordable and workforce housing projects.
—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
That year, on June 28, President Grover Cleveland signed legislation establishing the first Monday in September each year a national holiday.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
29 June 2026
The move comes at a time when the US Congress has been advancing legislation that could legalize overland supersonic travel.
—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for legislation
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
29 June 2026
For example, in the state of Florida the Live Local Act is new legislation that allows the state to override local zoning for qualifying affordable and workforce housing projects.
—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
That year, on June 28, President Grover Cleveland signed legislation establishing the first Monday in September each year a national holiday.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
29 June 2026
The move comes at a time when the US Congress has been advancing legislation that could legalize overland supersonic travel.
—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for legislation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for legislation
Noun
-
Many structures are built with substandard materials, and safety regulations are frequently ignored to reduce costs.
-
Fears have mounted that increasingly powerful AI models could be a boon for cybercriminals hunting for software vulnerabilities, but many administration allies are wary of government regulation of the industry.
Noun
-
Already, the amendment is facing a wave of opposition from anti-tax advocates and local government officials.
-
The Ratepayer Protection Act remained in committee and subject to amendment at the time of writing.
Noun
-
Beginning Monday, the focus shifts to whether there is enough evidence for a trial and if the death penalty is warranted, said Paul Cassell, a University of Utah law professor and former federal judge.
-
And even though Georgia law does not require this, all cyclists and scooterists should wear helmets.
Noun
-
While the Supreme Court ruling focused specifically on cases in West Virginia and Idaho, it is expected to have far-reaching implications for those additional 25 states — and possibly more if other states pursue similar legislation.
-
In a 6-3 ruling split along ideological lines, the Supreme Court determined that federal caps on coordinated spending between candidates and political parties violate constitutional free speech protections.
Cite this Entry
“Legislation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legislation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
