technicality

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Recent Examples of technicality However, Italy released him on a technicality, after which he was expelled to Libya, which outraged human rights groups and prompted the ICC to open an inquiry into why Italy released him instead of sending him to The Hague. ABC News, 22 June 2026 The technicality comes in with the timing of the wins. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 7 June 2026 The University of Chicago Charter School was granted a four-year renewal after a voting technicality. Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 An 18-year-old like Andrew could place these wagers due to a legal technicality that treats prediction markets differently than traditional sportsbooks, which are 21+ in most states. Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for technicality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for technicality
subtlety
Noun
  • The subtlety here is that financial stress is rarely just about money.
    Dr. Erika Rasure, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
  • Versace isn't one of the world's most famous fashion houses thanks to its subtlety, and the brand's swimsuits are just as bright, bold, and daring as its couture and ready-to-wear collections.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 24 June 2026

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“Technicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technicality. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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