lawful
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At the time of his death, Salmond had launched another lawsuit against the government alleging misfeasance - a civil term which covers the wrongful exercise of lawful authority.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Other powerful Sánchez allies include the illegal gold-mining interests that threaten the property rights of lawful mining companies, an important engine of growth for Peru.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
The Justice Department has defended the initiative as a lawful settlement mechanism, but federal courts have already paused parts of the program as legal challenges proceed.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
“The resources are in place and we remain committed to pursuing every lawful avenue to ensure the Trump Kennedy Center is restored as a national cultural landmark for all Americans to enjoy,” Davri said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Those found with no lawful employment were deemed vagrants and convicted.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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