by law
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"I'd been acquitted by law, but then I was traduced in Parliament," Cash says.
From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2026
"The sentence is appropriate and just, to send an unmistakable message that such atrocities warrant the maximum penalties allowed by law," the judge added.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
The annual adjustments, which are required by law, are based on formulas tied to inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026
"The issue of humane treatment of animals is sufficiently regulated by law," they determined, noting the economic interests of animal circuses, which remain a major draw for audiences.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
Perhaps that is why we must, by law, keep a record.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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