as in outlawed
to make or declare contrary to the law
a bill that would illegalize the private use of fireworks
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Reports emerged this week that tailgating is outlawed during World Cup matches in Boston — and with parking banned at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, there will be no way for fans to tailgate outside.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026 -
But when the Chinese government outlawed private tutoring in 2021, Q Kids went dormant.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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This month, the UAE banned most Iranians from entering or transiting the country.—
Dominic Dudley,
semafor.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Critics contend prediction markets are circumventing states’ sports betting laws and operating in places that have banned the practice.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Illegalized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illegalized. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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