Pronunciation: /lɔ/
noun a system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties
A1 Breaking the law is not allowed.
A2 Laws are created to maintain order in society.
B1 It is important to understand the laws of the country you are visiting.
B2 The new law was passed by the government to protect the environment.
C1 Legal experts are debating the implications of the new law.
C2 The Supreme Court ruling set a new precedent in constitutional law.
verb not applicable
A1 In my country, it is the law to wear a seatbelt while driving.
A2 The company will law down strict guidelines for employee behavior.
B1 The government is planning to law new regulations to protect the environment.
B2 The court will law down a ruling on the case next week.
C1 The international treaty aims to law the rights of refugees.
C2 The Supreme Court has the power to law on constitutional matters.
adjective not applicable
A1 The law book was easy to understand.
A2 She studied law enforcement in college.
B1 The law firm specializes in immigration cases.
B2 The judge made a ruling based on existing case law.
C1 The new law passed by the government will have far-reaching implications.
C2 His expertise in international law made him a sought-after consultant.
adverb not applicable
A1 She followed the law carefully.
A2 He drove within the law to avoid getting a ticket.
B1 The company operates within the law to avoid legal issues.
B2 The lawyer argued the case lawfully in court.
C1 The judge interpreted the law in a fair and just manner.
C2 The law explicitly states the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The law says you must wear a seatbelt in the car.
A2 It is against the law to park in front of a fire hydrant.
B1 The law requires all businesses to pay taxes.
B2 Breaking the law can result in serious consequences.
C1 The law is constantly evolving to adapt to societal changes.
C2 Lawmakers must consider various factors when drafting new laws.
preposition not applicable
A1 I must follow the law of the land.
A2 The law of gravity states that what goes up must come down.
B1 She was arrested for breaking the law.
B2 The company was fined for violating labor laws.
C1 The lawyer argued that the new law was unconstitutional.
C2 The international law firm specializes in maritime law.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I followed the law and stopped at the red light.
A2 She broke the law by speeding on the highway.
B1 The new law requires all citizens to wear seat belts while driving.
B2 The law states that all businesses must pay taxes on their earnings.
C1 The law of supply and demand governs the pricing of goods in a free market economy.
C2 International law dictates how countries should interact with each other in times of conflict.
interjection not applicable
A1 Law! Be careful with that hot stove.
A2 Law! Look at that beautiful sunset.
B1 Law! I can't believe how fast time flies.
B2 Law! That was a close call.
C1 Law! I demand to speak with my lawyer.
C2 Law! This new legislation will have far-reaching implications.
article not applicable
A1 The law says you must wear a seatbelt in the car.
A2 It is against the law to drive over the speed limit.
B1 Breaking the law can result in fines or imprisonment.
B2 The new law aims to protect the environment from pollution.
C1 Law enforcement officers are responsible for upholding the law.
C2 Legal scholars study the intricacies of international law.
formal The new law aims to regulate the use of personal data in online platforms.
informal Hey, did you hear about that new law about recycling in our city?
slang I ain't messing with that law, man. It's too strict.
figurative In the court of public opinion, honesty is the highest law.
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