licit

Example Sentences

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But Ms Rose argues the new leaders will need to identify "new and alternative economic pathways to encourage Syrians to participate in the licit formal economy."

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2024

Opening a licit market would matter more legally and symbolically than economically, they argue, citing relatively low domestic demand and little chance of exporting the product, as well as seemingly restrictive regulatory measures.

From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2021

Why wouldn’t third parties — boosters — engage in licit and illicit behavior to pave the yellow brick road for the home team?

From Washington Post • Oct. 13, 2019

“Is it licit to throw away a life to resolve a problem?” the pontiff asked.

From Seattle Times • May 28, 2019

Oika Shipping Company claims all cargo absolutely licit and not aware of any officer or crew problems.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel