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legally



ADVERB
in a manner suggestive of the law
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The centre said schools are legally required to teach pupils about FGM and the law surrounding it as part of relationships and sex education.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2026

“While we respect the arbitration process, we believe the arbitrator was wrong in holding Uber legally responsible for the tragic events of that night.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 17, 2026

Entry for a country outside Europe is almost certainly legally impossible.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

Although saltwater crocodiles have been legally protected there since 1973, their numbers have shown no measurable recovery.

From Science Daily Sep. 14, 2026

William handled the terms of the transfer, and legally the gift was in his name only.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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