unconstitutionally
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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According to the same judge, “The effect of these targeted deportation proceedings continues unconstitutionally to chill freedom of speech to this day.”
From Salon
The office of Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has said an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is under way in the country.
From BBC
In April a federal judge found the agency engaged in a “pattern and practice” of unconstitutionally detaining people without reasonable suspicion they are here illegally and ordered them to stop.
From Los Angeles Times
Officials said there is strong community support for the expanding use of drones to combat crime — and offered reassurances that the new policy will not be used unconstitutionally.
From Los Angeles Times
Department of Justice, which announced last month that it had “reason to believe” the county was subjecting permit applicants to unconstitutionally long wait times.
From Los Angeles Times
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