What level is the word "break the law"?

"break the law" is a B1 (Intermediate) vocabulary word.

What is a synonym for "break the law"?

Synonyms for "break the law": violated the law, committed an offense.

The opposite of "break the law" is: obeyed the law, followed the rules.

"break the law" appears in: Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Grey's Anatomy, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Parks and Recreation, Suits.

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commit a crime

Synonym: violated the law, committed an offense Opposite: obeyed the law, followed the rules

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I know, but I couldn't let you break the law.
— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S3E11

Not only did you disregard the family's wishes, you broke the law!
— Grey's Anatomy S1E8

I broke the law.
— Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

I never break any laws, ever...
— Parks and Recreation S4E15

No one's breaking any laws, okay?
— Suits S1E10

This word appears in 5 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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