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as in crimes
a breaking of a moral or legal code
acts that are transgressions against the laws of civilized societies everywhere
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as in infringements
a failure to uphold the requirements of law, duty, or obligation
a dying woman asking for divine forgiveness for a lifetime of transgressions
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Recent Examples of transgressions
The court has yet to determine penalties for the transgressions, but the stock price for rival StubHub noticeably ticked up.
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Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
While the thorough four-episode series covers much of Bateman's transgressions and his power over his followers, there are other case details viewers may want to know.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Detailed accounts of those transgressions had been published by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN on Friday, confirming rumors that had swirled in political media for several days.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2026
Should they be punished for the transgressions of the men?
—Lincee Ray, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The Bible teaches us to seek forgiveness for transgressions and repentance for our mistakes.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Edwards was fined a total of $420,000 by the league last season for eight different transgressions, mostly for profane language in postgame interviews.
—CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Before the August 2025 move to the big house, aka the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Miami, Thomas owned up to his transgressions.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
When someone extends their hand in friendship to make up for past transgressions, welcoming that gesture is the right thing to do.
—Cary Lowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
While the thorough four-episode series covers much of Bateman's transgressions and his power over his followers, there are other case details viewers may want to know.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Detailed accounts of those transgressions had been published by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN on Friday, confirming rumors that had swirled in political media for several days.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2026
Should they be punished for the transgressions of the men?
—Lincee Ray, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
The Bible teaches us to seek forgiveness for transgressions and repentance for our mistakes.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Edwards was fined a total of $420,000 by the league last season for eight different transgressions, mostly for profane language in postgame interviews.
—CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Before the August 2025 move to the big house, aka the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Miami, Thomas owned up to his transgressions.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
When someone extends their hand in friendship to make up for past transgressions, welcoming that gesture is the right thing to do.
—Cary Lowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transgressions
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The crimes were reported in Connecticut, New York and Massachusetts.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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Police are looking to see whether any of the crimes may be related.—
Rick Montanez,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Montana led the nation in passing legislation that limits infringements on the ability of any resident to make full use of AI and related technologies.—
Neil Chilson,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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The framework now chosen must address significant constitutional and European legal concerns and avoid serious infringements on entrepreneurial freedom of decision-making, program design and supply.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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As reported by Artribune, the provocateur, who recently made headlines for inviting the public to confess their sins to him, is now asking participants to bring an object of their choosing to a sunrise gathering, where it can be exchanged with others.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Buddhists often celebrate Vesak with processions, by visiting temples, meditating and through acts of fasting, while adherents in India may immerse themselves in the river Ganga to wash away their sins.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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That included adding a warrant requirement, restrictions on search queries, and enhanced penalties for privacy violations.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Mountain Mike’s Pizza location failed a reinspection on Wednesday, April 15 for repeat major violations.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Transgressions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transgressions. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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