as in legal
following or according to the rules
in wrestling, biting is not sportsmanly, and will result in a forfeit
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The confrontation is the latest flashpoint in a growing legal and political battle over the Trump Administration’s immigration policies.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
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While the need is great, legal access for all can be attainable through pro bono partnerships between private attorneys and legal professionals and legal aid organizations, like Community Legal Services, which also employ their own staff attorneys and legal professionals.—
Jeffrey D. Harvey,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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And more than any other animal, cats represented to her its moral antithesis: lazy, pompous, interested only in themselves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 June 2025
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By integrating care ethics into institutional frameworks, VSS can foster environments where individuals feel valued and connected, addressing the moral vocation of belonging in a world facing existential threats (registration required) like climate change.—
Yujia Zhu,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Instead, use a clean Q-tip to gently wipe away any excess spray.—
Leah Campano,
Seventeen,
3 Feb. 2023
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Under the auspices of the Sustainable Marblehead Beach Cleaning team, led by Pam Roberts, groups of volunteers clean at least one beach in Marblehead each week, year-round.—
Bette Keva,
BostonGlobe.com,
3 Feb. 2023
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The young male voter simply wants a fair shot to make a decent living and provide safety and security for his family.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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From California to Colorado, and from New York City to Washington State, jurisdictions across the country are codifying salary disclosure and fair opportunity principles.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Leaders question assumptions, weigh options, and make thoughtful, ethical decisions.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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The Australian fashion label endeavors to meet ethical sourcing standards as part of its practices, per the brand’s sustainability statement.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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“Sportsmanly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sportsmanly. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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