lawful

Example Sentences

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“Ultimately, such objects may or may not be lawful targets but that must be based on the circumstances related to the military operation and civilian considerations for each object,” Corn said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Soleimani Afshar and Hosseiny had their lawful permanent resident status in the United States revoked, Rubio said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Woods, who was also charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test, submitted a written plea of not guilty via his lawyers on Tuesday.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Being a child or caretaker, or holding power of attorney, does not make it ethical or lawful to transfer property into one’s own name.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The world, that understandable and lawful world, was slipping away.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding