Quotes About Contravention

As the urgency of the threat presented by Islamic extremism grows, we cannot afford to have the commander-in-chief issue executive orders in direct contravention of laws that he enacted.

Under this scientific and moral pressure, the Canadian government conceded publicly that the use of these weapons in Vietnam was, in their view, a contravention of the Geneva Protocol.

How do you spell 'contravention'? said Carrot, turning over a page. I don't, said Nobby, pushing through the crowds.