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[law-fuhl] / ˈlɔ fəl /


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But the law does provide exemptions for religious reasons as potential lawful defences under Section 139 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The Justice Department has defended the initiative as a lawful settlement mechanism, but federal courts have already paused parts of the program as legal challenges proceed.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

“The resources are in place and we remain committed to pursuing every lawful avenue to ensure the Trump Kennedy Center is restored as a national cultural landmark for all Americans to enjoy,” Davri said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

They can examine whether the fund itself is lawful as a predicate to deciding whether the individual should get relief.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Joffrey awarded him the lands, castle, and rights of'House Darry, whose last child lord had perished during the fighting in the riverlands, "leaving no truebom heirs of lawful Darry blood, but only a bastard cousin."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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