martial law - Definition from the GOVERNMENT topic - POLITICS

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martial law
noun

martial law [uncountable]

PG a situation in which the army controls an area instead of the police, especially because of fighting against the government

impose/declare martial law

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The government may declare martial law in response to the latest violence in the region.

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In May, martial law was lifted (=ended) in most areas.

under martial law

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According to press reports, the country is now under martial law.

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