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[law] / lɔ /




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“Ivan III assumed control as an autocrat with unlimited power, unconstrained by law. Thus despotism arrived in Rus.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“The transaction complied fully with applicable law. We anticipate an appropriate resolution to the inquiry,” said a company spokesperson.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

“They rest on considerations that go to the substance of an accused’s position before the law. The public conscience must be satisfied that fairness dominates the administration of justice.”

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

“We followed the facts and we followed the law. That process resulted in proof beyond a reasonable doubt that he committed serious crimes. I’m not going to pretend that didn’t happen because he threatened me.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

“The law’s the law. You got no deed that says you own this place.”

From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt




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