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Legislative

usgb/ˈledʒɪsleɪtɪv/Volume
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Government Role

The 'legislative' in 'legislative power' refers to a government's authority to create laws.

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The constitution grants legislative power to Congress.
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Not for Execution

'Legislative' describes the law-making aspect, but not enforcing or interpreting laws.

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The president enforces laws, separate from legislative responsibilities.
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Formal Context

'Legislative' is formal and mostly used in political or legal discussions about law-making.

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During legislative sessions, new bills are proposed and discussed.
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