violate
Example Sentences
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One also questioned whether a blockade, which is enforced militarily, would violate the current ceasefire agreement.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
“There was definitely denial of responsibility to take action because it didn’t violate their laws,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
Rival U.S. firms are sharing information to detect so-called adversarial distillation attempts that violate their terms of service.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
There may be more, as Bondi continues to violate the law by holding back some files.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
Secrecy is important, I know that: to violate it would be the greatest, the irreparable sin.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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