legalize

Example Sentences

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That November, my home state became one of the first in the country to legalize same-sex marriage by popular vote.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

“The aspiration is still to legalize as much of the United States as we can—that is the North Star,” Howe says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 24, 2026

“Their philosophy was: If it’s unsafe for kids, then you shouldn’t legalize it. And of course, that’s a stupid standard,” Stroup said.

From Slate • Dec. 23, 2025

“As new states legalize online sports betting, FanDuel Predicts will cease offering sports event contracts in those states,” the company said in Monday’s press release.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

The divorce from Marcia was at long last finalized, allowing Walt and Billie to legalize their marriage.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer