right to bear arms

Definitions

Noun. [C2]

Examples

“The National Rifle Association, one of the most effective lobbies in Washington, opposed the measure⟳ because it thought passage of the bill would lead⟳ to further government restrictions on the right to bear⟳ arms.”

“Chip called from New Hampshire to tell⟳ me about Jack's representing me at the National Rifle Association meeting. Jack not only told them I was a hunter all my life and a good shot, but also said in a loud voice, "My daddy will approve⟳ anything you want⟳ to do in the woods."[…] The key words were "in the woods." The NRA, basing its argument on the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution regarding the right to bear⟳ arms, has acquired tremendous influence⟳ within the U.S. Congress and among state and local governments.”

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