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Random, indiscriminate expulsion of media is constitutional (9)

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intrinsic

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'constitutional' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

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(Other definitions for intrinsic that I've seen before include "Belonging as an inherent and essential part" , "Of the essential nature of something" , "Naturally belonging" , "native?" , "Genuine" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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