as in ethically
according to the rules or the law
that's not a move that can be made legally in chess
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Recent Examples of legally
Even if Mahnaz tries to fight back legally, the courts are completely stacked against her, leaving no other choice but to break the law herself.
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Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Ross was found mentally deficient by a court in Oklahoma in 2016 and was not legally allowed to possess firearms, authorities said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
So, more of those chemicals could now legally remain, even in drinking water that’s been treated to remove PFOS and PFOA.
—Austin Fast, USA Today, 16 May 2025
The two women found with the cigarettes had receipts showing they were legally purchased but did not have proper paperwork to import the large quantity into the U.S., agents said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2025
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Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Ross was found mentally deficient by a court in Oklahoma in 2016 and was not legally allowed to possess firearms, authorities said.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
So, more of those chemicals could now legally remain, even in drinking water that’s been treated to remove PFOS and PFOA.
—Austin Fast, USA Today, 16 May 2025
The two women found with the cigarettes had receipts showing they were legally purchased but did not have proper paperwork to import the large quantity into the U.S., agents said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for legally
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Other Video Game Adaptations Twisted Metal The number of video game adaptations are fairly limited, and the ones that are actually worth recommending are even fewer.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
26 May 2025
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Ant bites led to Sundae's viral status How did a fairly normal social media page turn into one that showcased Sundae's massive collection of pants, wigs, uniforms, dresses, earrings and other clothing and accessories?—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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But Rolex earned its extensive coverage following the 2025 Watches and Wonders fair held April 1-7 in Geneva, with a new collection.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Job fair scheduled for Jan. 16 in Tinley Park Job seekers are invited to join the Southwest Job Fair, set for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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In the first inning on Sunday, Mark Vientos mishandled a grounder, failing to get the ball out of his glove cleanly.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Chill onions for 10 to 15 minutes in the refrigerator or 5 minutes in the freezer to help slow down the release of sulfur compounds when cutting. Grab a sharp knife: A sharp knife cuts through cleanly, while a dull knife does more damage to the onion cells, releasing more gas.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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Original price: $13.99 These Neutrogena pre-moistened facial cleansing towelettes gently remove makeup and dissolve dirt for fresh, clean-looking skin.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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That's especially proven in season 2, when — after coming clean to her team about holding Sir captive — Gabi's closest allies turn their backs on her.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
10 Oct. 2024
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“Legally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/legally. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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