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legal action

[lee-guhl ak-shuhn] / ˈli gəl ˈæk ʃən /
NOUN
judicial proceeding
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It was Straus who believed legal action might keep agriculture on the peninsula and suggested the Nimans consult an attorney.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

The mother of celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has taken legal action to ensure the care of his three children after his public mental health crisis unfolded on social media earlier this month.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Other stars, including Tate McRae, Benson Boone and Dua Lipa, have recently taken similar legal action.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

Anutin said authorities will pursue "full legal action" against Chalong, a former member of the prime minister's party.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

My first letter, Dear Mrs. O’Brien, Inasmuch as you have not seen fit to pay me what you owe me I may be forced to resort to legal action.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt



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