as in outlawing
to make or declare contrary to the law
a bill that would illegalize the private use of fireworks
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Reuters — Burkina Faso’s transitional parliament passed legislation outlawing conduct deemed to promote LGBTQ practices, introducing fines, prison sentences and sanctions for persons convicted, its justice minister said.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
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This too is about students wanting to feel welcome–in the wake of the Supreme Court’s June 2023 decision outlawing affirmative action in admissions, applications to historically Black colleges like Howard University (#383) surged.—
Emma Whitford,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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And though a state law banning public sleeping took effect almost a year ago, this summer’s tally of the county’s street-sleeping residents was the highest since August 2022.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Ada County Commission on Wednesday recommended banning solar power projects on large parts of Ada County land, a win for Idahoans worried about rural character and a loss for those advocating for renewable energy.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Illegalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illegalizing. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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