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Criminalization

Description:

Criminalization refers to the process of making certain actions, behaviors, or substances illegal or punishable by law. It involves formalizing laws and regulations to classify particular activities as criminal offenses.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The criminalization of drug possession has led to a rise in incarceration rates.
2. Proponents argue that the criminalization of hate speech is necessary to protect marginalized communities.
3. The criminalization of human trafficking is crucial to combat modern-day slavery.

As a verb:

1. Legislators are considering criminalizing certain forms of online harassment.
2. The government plans to criminalize the possession of certain exotic animals as pets.
3. Some activists advocate for criminalizing environmental pollution to ensure corporations are held accountable.

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