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violation

[vahy-uh-ley-shuhn] / ˌvaɪ əˈleɪ ʃən /




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It added that "the targeting of peaceful nuclear energy facilities is a flagrant violation of international law, the UN charter, and the principles of humanitarian law".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The plot by Do, officials said, was a violation of the Lacey Act, which bans trafficking in fish, wildlife or plants illegally taken, possessed, transported or sold.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

In California, Bonta said Aspen Dental had exceeded its role as a support organization and took part in managing dental practices, in violation of California’s corporate-medicine ban.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The suit lists eight civil offenses, including violation of right of publicity, copyright infringement and false endorsement.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

The Court found the sentences imposed in those cases “reasonably proportionate” to the offenses committed—and not “cruel and unusual” in violation of the Eighth Amendment.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




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