violated

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Even as a contractor, he violated IRS privacy policy.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

Estelle’s attorney, Matthew Hoppock, said she had no prior criminal history and hadn’t otherwise violated the terms of her green card.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Gutierrez was supposed to receive a suspended sentence of eight years in prison, which he would serve only if he violated the terms of his five-year probation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The court found that the legislative process used to advance Virginia’s new map violated the state’s constitution.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

His indifference toward the world was so certain that a few days later José Arcadio violated the promise he had made to his mother and left him free to go out whenever he wanted to.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez