violated

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A number of recent legal proceedings have laid bare the extent to which the Justice companies may have knowingly violated environmental laws, a key threshold for bringing a criminal matter.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

This issue first came up in parliament in 2022, but last month, the county's highest court ruled that MPs had violated the constitution by blocking moves to impeach Ramaphosa.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Due to the fact that they mostly run on crypto rails, a perpetual futures positions faces instant liquidation when margin requirements are violated.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

A former TV exec, Bevacqua acknowledged a Super League’s lucrative appeal—and Notre Dame would be a desirable addition—but argued a breakaway of the richest teams violated “the spirit of college football.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

But it seemed as if he had violated some sacred public trust.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger