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unlawful

[uhn-law-fuhl] / ʌnˈlɔ fəl /


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However, about half of the levies could be rolled back if the Supreme Court rules that the president’s use of emergency powers to enact them was unlawful.

From Barron's

They showed off T-shirts saying "Seal the deal" during an ovation for the Israeli leader and were arrested for an unlawful demonstration.

From BBC

In September, a Boston federal judge ruled that largely unlawful and ordered the funds to be restored.

From Barron's

The signed agreement states that the settlement, its terms and any belief that the district or its employees engaged in unlawful behavior were all confidential.

From Los Angeles Times

He also said they are “unlawful,” and that his office will fight them.

From Los Angeles Times