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Recent Examples of disfranchise
These men are here to disfranchise every Black voter.
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al, 5 Dec. 2022
Ignoring an express statutory deadline, the justices held that potential mail delays disfranchise voters and violate the state constitution’s guarantee of free and equal elections.
—Allysia Finley, WSJ, 1 Nov. 2020
The latest five-alarm fire in Washington is over a supposed plot to disfranchise voters centered on the United States Postal Service.
—The Editors, National Review, 17 Aug. 2020
Starting in the 1890s, Southern states advanced measures to disfranchise blacks, including literacy tests, poll taxes and grandfather clauses.
—Frank Scaturro, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2020
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
al, 5 Dec. 2022
Ignoring an express statutory deadline, the justices held that potential mail delays disfranchise voters and violate the state constitution’s guarantee of free and equal elections.
—Allysia Finley, WSJ, 1 Nov. 2020
The latest five-alarm fire in Washington is over a supposed plot to disfranchise voters centered on the United States Postal Service.
—The Editors, National Review, 17 Aug. 2020
Starting in the 1890s, Southern states advanced measures to disfranchise blacks, including literacy tests, poll taxes and grandfather clauses.
—Frank Scaturro, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2020
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
By 1846, residents of Alexandria had grown irritated over being disfranchised, and political control of that area returned to Virginia.
—Jeff Barker, Washington Post, 13 Oct. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disfranchise
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Sitting in a chair that supports movement, such as one with a self-adjusting recline mechanism, can help prevent this condition, according to Puleio.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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How to prevent exposure to the plague To prevent exposure to plague, Coconino County officials have the following tips: Avoid contact with wild animals.—
Stephanie Innes,
AZCentral.com,
11 July 2025
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Thanks to the Senate parliamentarian, who disallowed a clause that excluded foreign students from the count, UChicago’s tax bill will likely be unchanged.—
Clifford Ando,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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That excludes Tetairoa McMillan, Jayden Higgins, and Kyle Williams from this list.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Sinners is both a triumphant bellow and a Blues song about the American South for and by those who built it, and were simultaneously disenfranchised in it.—
Richard Newby,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
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Forbes is protected by reCAPTCHA, and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Enter the new administration, swept in by an angry and frustrated populace and with a mandate to fix all that had disenfranchised them.—
David Rosowsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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In addition to drying out the atmosphere, the dust also increases wind shear and atmospheric stability — two other key factors that can hinder storm formation.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The list, created following a Trump executive order, aimed to identify jurisdictions hindering federal immigration laws and potentially withhold their funding.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Bailey made headlines leading up to the draft by reportedly discouraging Philadelphia from selecting him, and even attempted to do the same with Utah.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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President Snow, facing growing unrest across the nation as a result of the pair’s joint victory, demands that Katniss and Peeta pretend to be in love during their Victory Tour to discourage any rebellions.—
Kelly Martinez Published,
EW.com,
5 July 2025
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Will this impede efforts to advance gender equality, especially in technology sectors?—
Lauren Buitta,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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But some of the worst economic effects will be felt by future generations, who, according to one Gen Zer interviewed by CNBC, are already concerned the deficit will impede their ability to collect social services.—
Leslie Picker,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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They were shut out through five innings by Brandon Young, who entered the night with an ERA over seven.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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On June 2, the department flipped the switch to encrypt its radio communications, shutting out the public from hearing what police are responding to and receiving instant public safety updates.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 July 2025
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 July 2025
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In addition, Yoon is accused of obstructing warrant executions by the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) in December and January by mobilizing the presidential security detail and authorizing the use of force.—
Yoonjung Seo,
CNN Money,
10 July 2025
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“Disfranchise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disfranchise. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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