violating (B2)
verb (present participle)
Pronunciation: /ˈvaɪəleɪtɪŋ/
Definition
Breaking or failing to observe a rule, law, agreement, or principle.
Examples
The company was accused of violating environmental regulations by dumping waste into the river.
His actions were clearly violating the terms of the contract he signed.
She felt that the new policy was violating her basic human rights.
How to Use violating
- violating a rule/law/agreement (collocation)
- Breaking a formal standard or contract. — "The company was fined for violating safety regulations."
- violating someone's rights (collocation)
- Infringing upon the entitlements of an individual. — "Protesters claimed the new policy was violating their freedom of speech."
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