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A Lei
A law is an official rule created by the government. Citizens must follow laws, and violations result in penalties.
Examples in context
É dever de todo cidadão respeitar a lei vigente.
It is every citizen's duty to respect the current law.
O governo sancionou uma nova lei ambiental.
The government sanctioned a new environmental law.
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