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statute
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law put into effect by the legislative branch of a government
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resolution
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a formal statement of the feelings, wishes, or decision of a group
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embargo
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1 : an order of a government prohibiting commercial ships from leaving its ports
2 : legal prohibition or restriction of trade |
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rector
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1 : a member of the clergy who has charge of a church or parish
3 : the head of a university or school |
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maritime
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1 : of, relating to, or bordering on the sea <maritime nations>
2 : of or relating to navigation or commerce on the sea <maritime law> |
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ramparts
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1 : a broad bank or wall raised as a protective barrier;
2 : any barrier that provides protection |
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steeps
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a sharply sloping place
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conceals
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1 : to hide from sight <carry a concealed weapon>
2 : to keep secret <conceal a fact> |
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treason
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the crime of attempting to overthrow the government of one's country or of assisting its enemies during war
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discloses
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to make known or public
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