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No. 2,263 in French

illégale

Not legal; unlawful.

In a sentence

  • La contrebande est une activité illégale.

    Smuggling is an illegal activity.

    In this sentence, 'illégale' is used to describe activities that are prohibited by law.

  • Il est illégal de télécharger des films sans autorisation.

    It is illegal to download movies without permission.

    Here, 'illégal' refers to actions that violate copyright laws.

  • Elle a commis un acte illégal pour protéger sa famille.

    She committed an illegal act to protect her family.

    The term 'illégal' in this instance characterizes an act that contradicts legal statutes, emphasizing ethical considerations.

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