violated

Example Sentences

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A number of recent legal proceedings have laid bare the extent to which the Justice companies may have knowingly violated environmental laws, a key threshold for bringing a criminal matter.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

A ceasefire has been in force since 17 April - in name only - as it has been violated repeatedly by both sides.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Due to the fact that they mostly run on crypto rails, a perpetual futures positions faces instant liquidation when margin requirements are violated.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Slavery violated the principle that all men are created equal, and excluding African-Americans from the franchise violated the 15th Amendment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Somehow, I convinced myself, I had violated the code and thus would have to submit to punishment.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison