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to make (something) legal
They wanted to legalize gambling in their city.
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Recent Examples of legalized
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Among many other steps, Congress could undo the loophole that legalized THC products nationally.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Because in 2018, Congress inadvertently legalized weed everywhere.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The law mandates automatic expungement for decriminalized or legalized offenses, including marijuana possession, and facilitates sealing for misdemeanor convictions after a 10-year waiting period.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In most cases, an official nude beach is one where local governments have legalized public nudity within a specific zone such as in Spain with nudist friendly beaches on the island of Formentera, and in Germany with naturist spots like the English Garden in Munich.
—Disha Kalyankar, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024
The commercialization of hemp products with trace amount of non-intoxicating Delta 9 THC was legalized by House Bill 1325, with the intention of strengthening Texas agriculture.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
Hoosiers in 2024 largely support legalized marijuana, according to the results of this year’s Hoosier Survey from Ball State’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs.
—Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Dec. 2024
The Lone Star State has not broadly legalized cannabis in any form.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
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So, a bunch of states legalized it.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Among many other steps, Congress could undo the loophole that legalized THC products nationally.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Because in 2018, Congress inadvertently legalized weed everywhere.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The law mandates automatic expungement for decriminalized or legalized offenses, including marijuana possession, and facilitates sealing for misdemeanor convictions after a 10-year waiting period.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In most cases, an official nude beach is one where local governments have legalized public nudity within a specific zone such as in Spain with nudist friendly beaches on the island of Formentera, and in Germany with naturist spots like the English Garden in Munich.
—Disha Kalyankar, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024
The commercialization of hemp products with trace amount of non-intoxicating Delta 9 THC was legalized by House Bill 1325, with the intention of strengthening Texas agriculture.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
Hoosiers in 2024 largely support legalized marijuana, according to the results of this year’s Hoosier Survey from Ball State’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs.
—Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Dec. 2024
The Lone Star State has not broadly legalized cannabis in any form.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for legalized
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Disclaimer and Disclosure The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, investment, legal, or other advice.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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The 55-year-old rapper, whose legal name is Shawn Carter, has been named in a civil lawsuit filed by a woman identified only as Jane Doe.Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Sentiment differs although the majority of the board, including importantly from all-powerful India, are opposed to Afghanistan being sanctioned.Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Individuals sanctioned by the Treasury Department are also not allowed access, according to a third source with knowledge of the issue.Alison Snyder, Axios, 7 Dec. 2024
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Games where there needs to be a legitimate response and pushback. After being embarrassed 5-1 by the Boston Bruins on Saturday night — one of several lacklustre showings at Rogers Arena this season — the Vancouver Canucks had to show up with a strong effort against the Colorado Avalanche.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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This process guarantees that all advertisements are from legitimate, reliable companies only.Michael Fox, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Proof of identity and lawful status Most documents proving identity also prove lawful status.Jenny Porter Tilley, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
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The investigation uncovered an identity theft conspiracy using a deceased person’s Social Security number that was used to make fraudulent Social Security cards, state driver’s licenses, and lawful permanent resident cards.Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
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The minority, non-controlling interest sale was approved by the NFL at Wednesday’s league meeting.David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
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He was nominated and approved by the Senate in 2019, and stepped aside shortly after Biden was inaugurated in 2021.Stephanie Murray, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
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The five-year pact, pegged at $500 million at the time, had a unique structure that allowed Abrams to draw from a significant pool of money to sign other writers to overall deals.Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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At that time, members of the royal family were not allowed to marry divorced people.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
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This method enabled competitors to keep their overhead costs low, retaining minimal staff and reducing the risk of product spoilage en route.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Apple enabled non-emergency satellite messaging from iPhones earlier this year.Wes Davis, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Legalized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legalized. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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