tolerated

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When it was adopted, California’s Article I, Section 18 decreed: “Neither slavery, nor involuntary servitude, unless for the punishment of crimes, shall ever be tolerated in this State.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

The Council of Southampton Gurdwaras - which represents the city's Sikh community - condemned Digwa's actions and said violence on the streets should never be tolerated.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

A spokesperson for the Department of the Interior, which manages the National Mall in downtown Washington, described the incident as "deranged vandalism" and said it "will not be tolerated."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Officials said excessive volatility and one-sided market moves wouldn’t be tolerated.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“The intentional and callous nature of the crime is shocking and will not be tolerated in our community.”

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater