lawful
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“It does not obstruct or impede lawful federal immigration enforcement operations.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
At the border, you expect an easy entry; after all, as a lawful permanent resident, you generally do not need to seek admission anew each time you return from travel abroad.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026
If his accord is sound and lawful, let him put it to the test.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
She said the judges recognised the proscription of an organisation like Palestine Acton was "highly controversial" and that it was supported by "many otherwise lawful citizens".
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
Things about their fathers and their fathers’ fathers, things about justice and honor and lawful revenge—their throats swollen, their eyes rolling like a newborn colt’s, sweat running down their shoulders.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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