outlawing

[US]/[ˈaʊtˌlɔːɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈaʊtˌlɔːɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.The act of outlawing something; prohibiting it by law.
v. (-ing)To prohibit by law; to make illegal.
adj.Relating to or characteristic of outlawing.

Phrases & Collocations

outlawing activities

outlawing trade

outlawing weapons

outlawing discrimination

outlawing practices

outlawing slavery

outlawing gambling

outlawing drugs

outlawing behavior

Example Sentences

the government is considering outlawing single-use plastics to reduce pollution.

outlawing hate speech is a complex issue with free speech implications.

many countries have outlawed child labor to protect vulnerable children.

the court upheld the law outlawing discrimination based on sexual orientation.

outlawing certain weapons can help reduce gun violence in communities.

there's a debate about whether outlawing gambling is effective.

outlawing the sale of tobacco to minors is a common public health measure.

the new legislation focuses on outlawing unfair business practices.

outlawing insider trading is crucial for maintaining market integrity.

the campaign aims to pressure lawmakers into outlawing conversion therapy.

outlawing the import of endangered species helps protect biodiversity.

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