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immunity

[ih-myoo-ni-tee] / ɪˈmju nɪ ti /


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Some of the state defendants will probably claim immunity from suit.

From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026

While Kiritsis sought to use Hall’s life as a bargaining chip for prosecutorial immunity, he also portrayed himself as an underdog taking on powerful financial interests.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026

Sacoolas left the UK after diplomatic immunity was asserted on her behalf.

From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026

The rate for the MMR vaccines for children entering kindergarten is in the low 80s, still below herd immunity.

From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2026

“There’s one more thing. Although you didn’t live with her, you are her only documented relative. That entitles you to a year of immunity from gleaning.”

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

"We call on the de facto authorities to ensure compliance with the privileges and immunities of the UN and its officials."

From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026

He celebrated the “government, which to bigotry gives no sanction, to persecution no assistance—but generously affording to all Liberty of conscience, and immunities of Citizenship.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 7, 2025

The focus of these hearings is to aid the judges in answering the question posed by the UN General Assembly, specifically whether Israel acted unlawfully in overriding the immunities and privileges of a UN body.

From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2025

Ecuador’s presidency on Friday night also alleged that Mexico’s government had “abused immunities and privileges granted to the diplomatic mission” and granted “diplomatic asylum contrary to the conventional legal framework.”

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 6, 2024

“This place isn’t known for cleaning their germy dishes, but it’ll build up your immunities before you get home. You can go back to Jankburg the strongest little boy around.”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle




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