violate

Example Sentences

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There may be more, as Bondi continues to violate the law by holding back some files.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

It had been enacted 23 years earlier and had never once been enforced, presumably because officials recognized that it would violate all sorts of First Amendment protections, perhaps most notably the freedom of the press.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

That though would be a difficult political choice and would violate a founding principle of the NHS – that our health services should be available to all.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

A Rosneft spokesman said the company doesn’t permit use of a shadow fleet, which he said would pose environmental and safety risks and violate rules of navigation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Back home, the only restaurants that get written up are those that violate health codes.

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle