lax
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Investigations have repeatedly pointed to lax inspections, faulty electrical systems and buildings operating beyond their approved use.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Mine safety in China has improved in recent decades, but accidents still occur in an industry where safety protocols are often lax and regulations vague.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
But the bans have become ineffective due to lax enforcement and because private-equity firms have devised workarounds to get economic and operational control of medical practices without violating the laws, Rooke-Ley said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The report, which was reviewed by The Times, blamed the issue on lax oversight and confusion among officers about when they were required to press record.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Are the soldiers stationed in Utrecht more or less lax than the ones here in Amsterdam?
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
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