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Outlawed years ago

🇬🇧 UK //ˈaʊt.lɔːd jɪrz əˈɡoʊ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈaʊt.lɔːd jɪrz əˈɡoʊ//

Meaning of Outlawed years ago

Declared illegal or forbidden many years in the past.

In simple words: Something made illegal a long time ago.

Outlawed years ago in a sentence

• The use of that chemical was outlawed years ago due to health risks.
• Certain hunting practices were outlawed years ago to protect endangered species.
• They discussed a practice that was outlawed years ago but still continues in secret.
• The sale of those fireworks has been outlawed years ago for safety reasons.
• He mentioned that the old tradition was outlawed years ago and forgotten by many.

How to use Outlawed years ago

Use 'outlawed years ago' to refer to activities or things that were banned long in the past. This phrase is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations when discussing laws or historical contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine a law passing that says, 'Out with the old, outlawed long ago!'

Related words

Collocations with Outlawed years ago

• outlawed practices
• outlawed substances
• outlawed activities
• outlawed behaviors
• outlawed movements

Synonyms for Outlawed years ago

• banned
• prohibited
• forbidden
• outlawed
• criminalized

Common mistakes with Outlawed years ago

• Confusing 'outlawed' with 'outlaw', which is a person.
• Using 'outlawed years ago' in contexts where immediacy is implied.
• Not specifying the subject when referencing something that is outlawed.

Frequently asked questions about "Outlawed years ago"

What does "Outlawed years ago" mean?

Something made illegal a long time ago.

What is the definition of "Outlawed years ago"?

Declared illegal or forbidden many years in the past.

How do you use "Outlawed years ago" in a sentence?

The use of that chemical was outlawed years ago due to health risks.

Can you give another example of "Outlawed years ago"?

Certain hunting practices were outlawed years ago to protect endangered species.

What are synonyms for "Outlawed years ago"?

Common alternatives include banned, prohibited, forbidden, outlawed, criminalized.

What words go with "Outlawed years ago"?

It commonly pairs with outlawed practices, outlawed substances, outlawed activities, outlawed behaviors, outlawed movements.

What are common mistakes when using "Outlawed years ago"?

Confusing 'outlawed' with 'outlaw', which is a person. Using 'outlawed years ago' in contexts where immediacy is implied. Not specifying the subject when referencing something that is outlawed.

How do you pronounce "Outlawed years ago"?

US: //ˈaʊt.lɔːd jɪrz əˈɡoʊ//, UK: //ˈaʊt.lɔːd jɪrz əˈɡoʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Outlawed years ago"?

Use 'outlawed years ago' to refer to activities or things that were banned long in the past. This phrase is appropriate in both casual and formal conversations when discussing laws or historical contexts.