violating

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Private zoos are routinely inspected by the Department of Agriculture, which issues animal exhibitor licenses and can cite facilities for violating the Animal Welfare Act.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Barrow also had his account suspended by Facebook on the grounds he was violating intellectual property rules.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

If we call the cops on teens violating a city curfew, it suggests a cavalier attitude toward the perils of the justice system.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

The negotiations have faced severe headwinds in recent days, with both sides accusing the other of violating a fragile ceasefire that has largely stopped the fighting since April.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

She was charged with violating section 19 of the Enforcement Act of 1870, which made it illegal for someone to willfully cast an illegal ballot.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling