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in violation with
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "in violation with" is not commonly used in written English.
The more common phrase is "in violation of," which means the same thing. Example: The company's actions were in violation of local labor laws.
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The genetic code is characterized by a low impact of wobble base pairing of tRNAs at the third nucleotide and apparently, spuriously high-scoring AAs can be recognized as being in violation with this rule.
Science
Of the 204 pts, two were ineligible (one had a synchronous lung primary, one was unable to start treatment within 30 days of baseline CT evaluation), three were randomised but did not receive treatment (one patient withdrew consent and two deteriorated clinically and were withdrawn from the study prior to starting treatment) and one patient received treatment in violation with the protocol.
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Keeping a record of the data is in violation with PCI DSS which is most certainly a violation of the merchant account agreement.
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Any discrepancy from the permit commitment found during an inspection or through a revision of an annual report could result in a violation with associated penalties.
Today, a database of photographs might put an admissions officer in violation of states with race-blind admissions policies.
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Authorities had been investigating whether the company made sales to customers who then resold discounted drugs at a profit -- in violation of contracts with pharmaceutical makers.
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The inquiry examined whether Bindley Western knowingly sold to customers who then resold discounted drugs at a profit, in violation of contracts with pharmaceutical makers.
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The lawsuit filed by Hagens Berman in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California aims to prove Google is in violation of contracts with users and in violation of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, unjust enrichment, and violation of the California Unfair Competition Law".
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Cleveland believed Arthur's order to be in violation of treaties with the tribes, and rescinded it on April 17 of that year, ordering the settlers out of the territory.
Wiki
Similar to the on-site education experiment, we recorded whether dumpsters were in violation or compliance with city ordinance, and whether they were empty or not.
Science
An early showdown came that June when the group dispatched a ship called the Altalena to Israel loaded with weapons for the Irgun in violation of an agreement with the new state to stop independent arms acquisitions.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "in violation of" instead of "in violation with". The former is grammatically correct and widely accepted.
Common error
The preposition "with" is often misused after "violation". Remember that "violation" requires the preposition "of" to correctly indicate what is being violated.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "in violation with" functions as a prepositional phrase, typically used to indicate a state of non-compliance or transgression. However, it's important to note, as per Ludwig AI, that it is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in favor of "in violation of".
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "in violation with" appears in some contexts, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. The correct and preferred alternative is "in violation of". Given its rare usage and grammatical issues, it's best to avoid "in violation with" in favor of its established counterpart. This ensures clarity and credibility in your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
in violation of
Standard and grammatically correct alternative.
in breach of
Emphasizes breaking an agreement or contract.
contrary to
Highlights direct opposition to a rule or principle.
in defiance of
Suggests a deliberate act of disobedience.
in contravention of
A more formal and legalistic alternative.
against the rules
A simpler, more informal way to express non-compliance.
in opposition to
Highlights being against something, rather than breaking it.
non-compliant with
Focuses on a state of not meeting requirements.
at odds with
Emphasizes conflict or inconsistency with a standard.
transgressing against
A less common but more emphatic way of expressing violation.
FAQs
Is "in violation with" grammatically correct?
No, the correct phrase is "in violation of". The preposition "of" should be used, not "with".
What does "in violation of" mean?
It means to do something against a law, rule, agreement, or standard. For example, "The company was in violation of environmental regulations".
What can I say instead of "in violation with"?
Use "in violation of". Other options, depending on the context, could be "in breach of" or "contrary to".
Which is correct, "in violation with" or "in violation of"?
"In violation of" is the correct and standard usage. "In violation with" is considered grammatically incorrect.
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Usage summary
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