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to violate
01
to disobey or break a regulation, an agreement, etc.
Transitive: to violate a regulation
Examples
The company faced legal consequences for violating environmental regulations.
02
to not respect someone's rights, privacy, or peace
Transitive: to violate a right
Examples
He violated her privacy by reading her personal messages without permission.
03
to destroy or severely damage something
Transitive: to violate sth
Examples
The storm violated the town, leaving buildings in ruins.
04
to sexually assault or abuse someone without their consent
Transitive: to violate sb
FormalExamples
The victim bravely testified about how she was violated by her attacker.
05
to treat something sacred with disrespect or irreverence
Transitive: to violate something sacred
Examples
He was condemned for violating the temple by taking photos during the ceremony.
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