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violation

[vahy-uh-ley-shuhn] / ˌvaɪ əˈleɪ ʃən /




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The Orange County court originally ruled the jingle a violation of California’s false advertising law for failing to disclose its religious affiliations, and it was subsequently pulled from the airwaves.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The Florida attorney general is seeking stronger protections for minor users and damages set at $10,000 per violation.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister said they amounted to an American cease-fire violation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The Israeli military responded to the report saying it "conducts examination and investigation processes regarding exceptional incidents that occurred during operational activity, in which there is a suspicion of a violation of the law".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Removing my hijab would feel like a severe violation of my privacy.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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