violate
US /ˈvaɪ.ə.leɪt/
UK /ˈvaɪ.ə.leɪt/
1.
violar, infringir
break or fail to comply with (a rule, agreement, or principle)
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They violated the terms of the agreement.
Ellos violaron los términos del acuerdo.
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The company was accused of violating environmental laws.
La empresa fue acusada de violar las leyes ambientales.
2.
profanar, ultrajar
treat (something sacred) with disrespect or irreverence
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The vandals violated the sanctity of the ancient temple.
Los vándalos profanaron la santidad del antiguo templo.
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His actions violated the sacred traditions of his ancestors.
Sus acciones profanaron las tradiciones sagradas de sus ancestros.
3.
violar, perturbar
disturb or interrupt (a person's privacy or peace)
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The loud music violated my peace and quiet.
La música alta violó mi paz y tranquilidad.
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His constant questioning seemed to violate her personal space.
Sus constantes preguntas parecían violar su espacio personal.