as in to walk
to go on foot
the car was in the shop so we had to leg it to work for a couple of days
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as in legitimate
permitted by law
the barbershop, which appears to be a legit operation, is actually a front for a local mobster
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Recent Examples of leg (it)
Thomas Ricker, The Verge, 9 June 2026
Forbes lists are largely a status symbol for the 1%, but as the business publication has expanded its purview — and as the music business has grown legit billionaires — its lists and criteria have grown.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 4 June 2026
Stenberg and Björck have deservedly held the spotlight for the Swedes in this class, but Hermansson is one of several other legit prospects for Tre Kronor this year and impressed at U17 worlds and Hlinka.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Some reading this may call it NIMBY-ism (Not In My Back Yard), even if the residents have some legit concerns.
—Elizabeth Keifer, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
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Adjective
And, as always, be sure to like and subscribe — Hughes is legit.
—Thomas Ricker, The Verge, 9 June 2026
Forbes lists are largely a status symbol for the 1%, but as the business publication has expanded its purview — and as the music business has grown legit billionaires — its lists and criteria have grown.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 4 June 2026
Stenberg and Björck have deservedly held the spotlight for the Swedes in this class, but Hermansson is one of several other legit prospects for Tre Kronor this year and impressed at U17 worlds and Hlinka.
—Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Some reading this may call it NIMBY-ism (Not In My Back Yard), even if the residents have some legit concerns.
—Elizabeth Keifer, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leg (it)
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Those hoping to attend the game described a frantic scene on social media, with some sharing stories of abandoning their rides, including shuttles and rideshares, and walking to the stadium.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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Amid a wave of pitching injuries, Cabrera walked off the Wrigley Field mound with an athletic trainer Tuesday night, exiting his start against the Colorado Rockies in the fifth inning of a 5-2 loss to the worst team in the majors.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Under the current law, judges must presume mental illness was a factor if a defendant with a legitimate diagnosis seeks diversion.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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There was legitimate buzz — much of it centered on 22-year-old San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who appears destined to become the next face of the league when LeBron James and Stephen Curry retire.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The danger of hallucinations means health officials must tread with caution, given the outsized impact that errors could have in the response to a public emergency.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
12 June 2026
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The backlash was so fierce, Anthropic quickly made adjustments to the policy, as Wired reported on Wednesday, highlighting just how carefully the company is treading.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The proceeds will first go toward judgment enforcement and auction costs, along with court and legal fees, according to lawyer Nguyen Thi Huyen Trang, who has previously represented Lan.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The legal ban against withholding recess as punishment has generated friction in California.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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“Leg (it).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leg%20%28it%29. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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