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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

Yet he bears unseen burdens that dominate his thoughts as he tries to decide how to proceed on what could be his last major act in office: signing a law to legalize euthanasia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

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

From Barron's • Nov. 12, 2025

In 1933 California agreed to legalize wagering on two conditions.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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