blue law (Meaning)

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blue law (n)

a statute regulating work on Sundays

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In some states, there are still remnants of old blue laws that prohibit the sale of alcohol on Sundays.
Blue laws, originally enacted to enforce religious observance, often restricted certain activities on Sundays.
The town's blue laws forbid businesses from operating before noon on Sundays.
Blue laws can be controversial, as they often infringe upon individual freedoms in the name of tradition.
Many blue laws were initially passed to regulate activities on Sundays, considering it a day of rest and religious observance.
Despite efforts to repeal them, blue laws persist in some regions, limiting commerce and leisure activities on Sundays.
The debate over blue laws often pits religious groups against those advocating for secularism and individual liberties.
Residents were divided over the proposed repeal of the city's blue laws, with some arguing for stricter regulations and others pushing for more freedom.
The origins of blue laws date back centuries, reflecting deeply ingrained cultural and religious norms.
Enforcement of blue laws varies from one jurisdiction to another, with some areas strictly adhering to them while others have relaxed their enforcement over time.

a statute regulating work on Sundays

ordinance, common law,statute, enactment, decree, commandment, bill, constitution, ruling, fiat

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In some states, there are still remnants of old blue laws that prohibit the sale of alcohol on Sundays.

Blue laws, originally enacted to enforce religious observance, often restricted certain activities on Sundays.

The town's blue laws forbid businesses from operating before noon on Sundays.

Blue laws can be controversial, as they often infringe upon individual freedoms in the name of tradition.