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violate

[vahy-uh-leyt] / ˈvaɪ əˌleɪt /




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The company says it blocked more than 42 million groups and channels that violated its terms so far this year.

From The Wall Street Journal

The attacks have been criticised by some experts, who said they could violate international laws governing armed conflict.

From BBC

The defense team argued from the beginning that charges that Sun violated the Foreign Agents Registration Act were inappropriate, saying she was doing her job.

From The Wall Street Journal

The play violated an NFL rule prohibiting the use of any part of the helmet or facemask to initiate forcible contact to an opponent’s head or neck area.

From Los Angeles Times

Beijing condemns the U.S. seizures as violating international law.

From Barron's