The proper term for a senatorial decree.

I'd have to petition for a decree.

The members of the coalitions argued that the time had not come for such a decree and that it would only help the communists win more votes.

Furious, some Chavez supporters have responded by pressing for a new, tougher decree that would formally dissolve Congress.

Is there a need for a judicial decree in Philippine courts to declare the Filipino spouse qualified to remarry?

This calls for a decree that Côte d'Ivoire has just committed human rights violations and financial sanctions against individuals.

For such a decree to have moral force, the overwhelming majority of the world's Muslims have to agree to such a course.

Go to court for a decree dissolving the partnership - it is called a Marvin case in California.

So this morning I'll call the Senate together and ask for a decree directing the Popular Assembly to nullify.

Instead, he said he would ask the Archdiocese of Santa Fe for a decree recognizing the women as nuns.