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legalize

[lee-guh-lahyz] / ˈli gəˌlaɪz /


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“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

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins said on an earnings call last month that he thinks prediction markets will be a “powerful lever” to pressure states to legalize online sports betting.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

In late September, Culver City became the first municipality in California to legalize the construction of mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 23, 2025

In 1933 California agreed to legalize wagering on two conditions.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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