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illegal

[ih-lee-guhl] / ɪˈli gəl /


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Police departments are also trying to educate the public before issuing citations or towing an illegal bike, but officials said it’s a challenge.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

"It's really important to stress that it is illegal to release non-native species into the wild," said Newman, recommending that snapping turtles are always removed, something the centre can help with.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The wall is intended to curb illegal immigration and narcotics trafficking from Mexico, which have declined, according to official indicators.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In written testimony, Glynn shared his experience hearing about young women performing illegal abortions when he was a freshman at the University of South Dakota in 1966.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Since the Espionage Act made it illegal to disclose the details of their work to the public, they fumed in silence while Hoover strutted around like a hero.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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