Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: break the law

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

A minister has said “robust action” will be taken against climate change protesters if they break the law during the London Marathon.

Source: https://jerseyeveningpost.com/morenews/uknews/2023/04/21/minister-pledges-robust-action-if-climate-protesters-break-law-during-marathon/

'Animal Rising have repeatedly made it explicitly clear that they intend to break the law and disrupt The Derby Festival and that left us with no choice but to seek this injunction.'

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/06/03/protester-arrested-at-epsom-derby-after-running-on-racecourse-18891114/

As long as they do not break the law, they should be left alone.

Source: https://mwnation.com/private-citizens-can-cause-the-economy-to-tick/

Electorate after electorate has fallen victim to a string of self-serving narcissists prepared to exploit irrational fears, issue empty promises and bend, ignore or break the law in blatant pursuit of power and self-interest.

Source: https://www.libdemvoice.org/observations-of-an-expat-bad-week-for-populists-73373.html

He likes getting high and enjoys the company of people who break the law.

Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/12/27/24014476/dear-abby-im-dumping-man-who-lied-about-his-drug-house-visits

He said: “Tunbridge Wells residents are not habitually inclined to break the law.”

Source: https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/sax-player-boycotts-town-after-bus-lane-parking-fines-293230/

“However, this government takes a zero tolerance approach to crime and we make no apology for taking a tough approach to those who break the law.”

Source: https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/23814674.why-vilify--asks-top-welsh-drugs-charity-boss/?ref=rss

If you can’t do that, well, put them where other people who break the law go….

Source: https://bvinews.com/detainees-reportedly-overpower-security-personnel-at-castle-maria/

It is claimed in the documentary that this influence allowed them to break the law with impunity.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/murdaugh-murders-netflix-alex-b2293470.html

It says the Order also applies to persons who cause or give permission to others to break the law.

Source: https://nationwideradiojm.com/crack-down-nwc-declares-war-on-non-essential-water-use/

Kicking down doors and walking with confidence, he fires round after round at those who dare break the law within his jurisdiction.

Source: https://collider.com/bass-reeves-teaser-yellowstone-spin-off/

Mast concluded that while poachers did not break the law, he called the practice “unacceptable and not in the spirit of the law.”

Source: https://www.baltimoregaylife.com/iceland-bans-whaling-after-a-report-cited-unnecessary-suffering/

Mostaque has said that if people choose to use generative AI unethically or to break the law, "that's their problem."

Source: https://www.legit.ng/business-economy/1527382-artists-fight-ai-programs-copy-styles/

Mr Winchester added: “I understand if you break the law you have to face the consequences but I was two minutes at a stop where the bus only comes once an hour.

Source: https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/i-only-parked-at-bus-stop-for-two-minutes-where-s-the-lee-293524/

Over the last few weeks, police chiefs and county attorneys have pointed to the two-word change as the primary source of confusion over when they're allowed to intervene when students break the law but don't pose a physical threat.

Source: https://m.startribune.com/minnesota-school-resource-officer-law-banning-prone-restraints-restricting-physical-holds-explained/600306343/

Tuesday's order aims to crack down on gun sellers who break the law.

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64939930?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Under the bill, local authorities will be able to use CCTV in dumping blackspots to catch people who are throwing away their rubbish in ways that break the law.

Source: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/politics/senator-hits-out-at-deeply-frustrating-delays-in-rolling-out-cctv-to-catch-illegal-dumpers/a1179589535.html

Unfortunately, Tablighi Jamaat missionaries may be encouraging African American recruits to break the law.

Source: https://www.timesofassam.com/articles/tablighi-jamaat-preaching-jihad/

When the police themselves seem to break the law, who will hold them to account?

Source: https://thediplomat.com/2023/08/indias-proposed-new-penal-code-fails-to-protect-lgbtq-rights/