be disregarded

Example Sentences

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“New language framed as compromise was paired with legalese that would allow those safeguards to be disregarded at will.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

But because then-Defense Secretary Mark Esper designated the propaganda campaign as a de facto wartime action, the diplomats’ objections could be disregarded.

From Salon • Aug. 3, 2024

“We cannot stand having our rights, protected under the constitution and the law, be disregarded just because we are women,” the women said in a notice filed with the lawsuit.

From New York Times • Dec. 18, 2023

Provided he completes the necessary intervention programme the final week of his ban will be disregarded.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2023

“Good heavens!” cried Elizabeth; “but how could that be? How could his will be disregarded? Why did you not seek legal redress?”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen