legalize
verb (used with object)
to make legal; authorize.
legalization
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a word derived from
legalize.
Example Sentences
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Minsal believes it’s possible to balance tougher code enforcement against the criminal element with legalization of those who are “surviving, just trying to do their best.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
The most vulnerable are immigrants who have been in the country for decades, with no access to immigration legalization, Ortiz said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
It chronicles the negative social and public-health effects of legalization.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
While losing most battles in the past decade, legalization opponents have recently been scoring victories.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
I didn't care if we were supposedly nearing the end of our legalization nightmare.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
