Example Sentences

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They argued the materials were protected by the Privacy Act, and that the justice department was violating the Administrative Procedure Act, which sets out the legal guidelines for how the government operates.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was Powell—not the administration—who was violating established practice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Fluor could not say it was just following orders when the Army itself alleged that it was violating required procedures on base.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

The probe into X began in December 2023, and the EU told the platform it was violating the bloc's rules in July 2024.

From Barron's • Nov. 10, 2025

I knew that I was violating regulations, but I hoped the warders would be so surprised by the novelty of my action that they would do nothing to stop me.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela