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Discover LudwigThe phrase "an ordinance" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in legal or governmental contexts to refer to a law or regulation enacted by a local authority.
Example: "The city council passed an ordinance to regulate noise levels in residential areas."
Alternatives: "a regulation" or "a statute".
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How enforceable is such an ordinance?
Lavonia has since adopted an ordinance outlawing adult entertainment businesses.
Nobody thought there would be a need for an ordinance.
It questioned an ordinance there that outlaws sleeping or camping in public places.
Technically, parliament has to pass an ordinance into law within four months or it becomes void.
Through his agitation, the city passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking the the subways.
Would an ordinance like the one in Beverly Hills have made a difference?
By an ordinance of 1618, a body called the Chambre des Syndicats was established.
To avoid potential litigation, officials decided to not pursue an ordinance.
In 1643 it passed an ordinance restoring both licensing and the powers of the company.
In 1880, Tombstone's city council passed an ordinance "to Provide against the Carrying of Deadly Weapons".
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