as in immunity
freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
she mistakenly believed that she could insult people with impunity
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Recent Examples of impunity
Without these and other law enforcement tools, gangs and other criminals could move with impunity.
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Boston Herald Editorial Staff,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
Because Jackson refused to use executive power to enforce the Court’s protections, Cherokee sovereignty was violated with impunity, ultimately paving the way for the brutal, infamous Trail of Tears.
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Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
9 June 2026
The Tates had moved to Romania from the United Kingdom in 2015, after three British women accused Andrew of rape and strangulation, and the brothers seemed to operate there with impunity.
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Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Mexican officials insist the plan will keep the country safe despite its history of cartel violence, crime and impunity.
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Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for impunity
Boston Herald Editorial Staff,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
Because Jackson refused to use executive power to enforce the Court’s protections, Cherokee sovereignty was violated with impunity, ultimately paving the way for the brutal, infamous Trail of Tears.
—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
9 June 2026
The Tates had moved to Romania from the United Kingdom in 2015, after three British women accused Andrew of rape and strangulation, and the brothers seemed to operate there with impunity.
—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Mexican officials insist the plan will keep the country safe despite its history of cartel violence, crime and impunity.
—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for impunity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impunity
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This could devastate Australia's unique wildlife, which has no immunity, and pose a significant economic threat to the poultry industry.
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Pollen also contains lipids, which help with energy storage but also boost immunity.
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The state expansion also means protection for the rare riparian forest.
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
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Fee exemptions for service members seeking citizenship would remain in place.
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At the Travelers, now a Signature Event on the Tour, James’ exemption will place him in another elite field in his home state.
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“Impunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impunity. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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