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deportations
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the expulsion of a non-citizen or foreigner from a country, often for being undesirable or violating laws
- The authorities ordered the deportation of illegal immigrants.
- Her deportation followed repeated violations of visa regulations.
- Deportation is commonly applied to those convicted of serious crimes.
- He faced deportation after overstaying his visa.
- The government debated stricter deportation policies.
Synonyms:
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the action of expelling a person from their native country
- The rebel faced deportation after defying government orders.
- During the political upheaval, many citizens feared deportation.
- Families were torn apart by sudden deportation policies.
- Deportation is a legal tool sometimes used in times of crisis.
- He narrowly avoided deportation through diplomatic intervention.