verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

legalizes, noncriminalizes, depenalizes

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Example Sentences

Example:Marijuana was legalized in several states, thus decriminalizing its use and possession.

Definition:Grants legal status to something that was previously illegal, often reducing or eliminating criminal penalties

From legalizes

Example:The new law noncriminalizes the act of public nudity in designated areas.

Definition:Treats an act as non-criminal, thus reducing or eliminating the possibility of criminal prosecution

From noncriminalizes

Example:The legislature depenalizes taking certain items during a natural disaster for survival purposes.

Definition:Reduces or eliminates the possibility of criminal penalties for a specific act or offense

From depenalizes