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be subject to





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That’s why the laws that apply to the rest of us should apply to judges, and those who interpret our laws should be subject to those same laws.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Fifa also warns that tickets bought via other routes "may be invalid and may be subject to cancellation without notice".

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Those shares, if purchased, would not be subject to the lockup restrictions imposed on stock held by insiders, SpaceX said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Hochul’s office estimates that 10,000 homes would be subject to the tax.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“Exit the streets immediately or you will be subject to arrest.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas




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