DECRIMINALIZED Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

decriminalized

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past tense of decriminalize

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According to Thomas, another challenge in the analysis was Connecticut’s location and its proximity to states like Massachusetts, where cannabis was legalized for recreational purposes a decade ago.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 8 Sep. 2026
This has been a running thing for a few years now, ever since weed was legalized in New York City.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026

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