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decriminalization

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17 lettersPronunciation /diːˌkɹɪmɪnəlaɪzˈeɪʃən/Part of speech nounSorted aacdeiiiilmnnortzStarts with DEnds with N0 cluesCommon crossword word
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Definitions

  1. legislation that makes something legal that was formerly illegal

Word origin

From de- + criminalization or decriminalize + -ation.

Used in a sentence

  • the decriminalization of all plant-based psychedelics
  • Some opponents also said federal decriminalization would contribute to more death and injury from impaired drivers using marijuana.
  • Most sex work feminists support either the legalization or the decriminalization of sex workers.

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