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Criminalize

usgb/ˈkrɪmɪnəlaɪz/Volume
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Legal Context

Used mainly in legal discussions, law-making, or when talking about regulations.

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Proposals to criminalize certain harmful business practices are under consideration.
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Societal Issues

Often associated with societal debates about morality and legality of actions.

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Activists debate whether to criminalize behaviors that contribute to climate change.
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Non-Criminal Terms

Sometimes used to describe the process of making non-criminal acts illegal.

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There's a push to criminalize texting while driving to reduce accidents.
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