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contravention

[kon-truh-ven-shuhn] / ˌkɒn trəˈvɛn ʃən /


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The HSE found Cardiff University failed to put in place proper measures to protect workers from exposure to animal allergens in contravention of legislation.

From BBC ● May 1, 2026

“The conduct by these individuals alleged in the indictment is a contravention of the company’s policies and compliance controls, including efforts to circumvent applicable export-control laws and regulations,” Super Micro said in a statement.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 19, 2026

Griffin acknowledged withholding information from a Chicago-based attorney who was assisting Girardi’s firm with the case, in contravention of Durkin’s order and despite the clients’ repeated inquiries and demands for the money.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 5, 2026

And at least one time, the government deported a noncitizen in direct contravention of a court order forbidding that deportation.

From Slate ● Feb. 19, 2026

But it would be a direct contravention of the law, and would entitle the company to refuse——" "My dear sir," Sterne interrupted, sharply, "there are many roads into the land of oblivion.

From A Gamble with Life by Silas K. (Silas Kitto) Hocking




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