legalistic
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That said, while I’m zealous about the form, I’m not remotely legalistic about it.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2026
But when Google sent him a cryptic, legalistic email in early 2020 notifying him that the police were demanding access to some of his data, he was alarmed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 26, 2026
Some observers question the value of the complex, legalistic talks which almost always over-run.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2025
Ensign, the DOJ lawyer, tried to distract Boasberg with legalistic arguments claiming that it had not technically violated his commands.
From Slate ● Apr. 16, 2025
Don’t be picky or legalistic as to where its paw actually landed.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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