legally
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They entered the US legally in 2014 on visas, and became lawful permanent residents in 2016.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
They are also seeking injunctive relief — a nonmonetary judgment that would force Meta to change its business practices in specific and legally enforceable ways.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
After the ruling, the Elysee said Macron had tasked Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu with working on a new "legally robust draft" of the legislation.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
Polygamy is legally recognised in Zimbabwe and South Africa if conducted under specific established customs.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
They waited until the Pacific populations were stable before legally asking for permission to resume this ancient tradition.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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