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violate
verb
To break or disregard (a rule or convention).
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/ˈvaɪəˌleɪt/ /ˈvaɪəˌleɪt/
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verb
To break or disregard (a rule or convention).
“Accessing unauthorized files violates security protocol.”
To rape.
To cite (a person) for a parole violation.
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Accessing unauthorized files violates security protocol.
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