illegally

Example Sentences

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His sister already lived in the United States and, at her behest, he joined her in November 2005, entering the U.S. illegally and settling in Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

They were hit with another lawsuit, accusing the county of illegally delaying the data centers.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

“He used media appearances and his company to illegally influence share prices and make quick profits, known as shorting,” Essayli said of Left on X.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

She said: "I record my condemnation of selfish drivers who park illegally simply for the sake of having to avoid walking a short distance."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Since the banning of books, people had resorted to illegally trading them on the black market.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai