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violate

[vahy-uh-leyt] / ˈvaɪ əˌleɪt /




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These scholars argue that states can authorize lawsuits against federal officials who violate constitutional rights.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

One also questioned whether a blockade, which is enforced militarily, would violate the current ceasefire agreement.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 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

“You’re asking us to violate confidentiality agreements,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He suffers but at least he isn’t required to violate his own identity.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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