violated
Example Sentences
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But all of this is uncharted territory for Congress, as Briffault explained: “The problem is, the laws have never been significantly enforced because they’ve never been violated in such an egregious way,” he said.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026
However, she said neither the league nor the academy violated city rules, and maintains that the problems began only after she launched her campaign for Santa Fe Springs City Council.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
One seeks to hold the U.S. government responsible for the actions of the agent who fired the fatal shots, alleging he violated Department of Homeland Security policy and the Fourth Amendment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
"At this time, we don't see that any rules were violated," it said in a statement.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
Her room was violated by captive ghosts, and she feared that what awaited her in sleep was worse.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
