within the law
Example Sentences
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Colombians seem to believe Mr. de la Espriella is likely to work within the law, by choice.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
Washington hit back, saying the Pentagon operates within the law and that contracted suppliers cannot dictate terms on how their products are used.
From Barron's ● Mar. 6, 2026
"Ultimately, when all of the true horrors and failings are unveiled, then we have to have that accountability but change and proper change within the law and legislation to make everybody safer," she said.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2026
“Our system and our campuses are trying to work within the law that’s written today,” Evans said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 10, 2026
In both judicial and forensic rhetoric, it can be necessary to establish not only whether x did y or x should do y, but whether or not that falls within the law.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
