Pronunciation: /ˈmɑrʃəl lɔ/
noun a system of rules that is enforced by the military rather than by the usual civil authorities
A1 Martial law is when the military takes control of a country.
A2 During martial law, the government may suspend certain civil rights.
B1 The declaration of martial law can be controversial and lead to unrest.
B2 Under martial law, curfews and restrictions on movement are often imposed.
C1 The implementation of martial law is usually seen as a last resort in times of crisis.
C2 The decision to impose martial law requires careful consideration of its implications on civil liberties.
formal The government declared martial law in response to the escalating civil unrest.
informal I heard they're imposing martial law in the city to control the protests.
slang They're gonna bring out the big guns and enforce martial law if things get out of hand.
figurative Her strict rules at home felt like living under martial law.
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