within the law

idiom

: agreeing with the law : legal

He says that everything he did was within the law.

: in a legal way

With the organization under so much scrutiny, it is even more important that they work/operate within the law.

Examples of within the law in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web If the Twin Rivers Unified board does not make a provisional appointment within the law’s timeline, the county superintendent of schools will order a special election. —

Jennah Pendleton, Sacramento Bee, 2 July 2024 In previous statements, hospital officials said its doctors have always provided care within the law. —

CBS News, 19 June 2024 Or even within the law, what areas fascinate you the most? —

Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 29 May 2024 There is recognition within the law enforcement community that in parts of the country, local police responded to the outcry that followed Floyd's death by making changes. —

Hunter Woodall, CBS News, 25 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for within the law

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