diplomatic immunity — the privilege of exemption from certain laws and taxes granted to diplomatic personnel
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the privilege of exemption from certain laws and taxes granted to diplomatic personnel
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk ɪˈmjunəti/
Example Sentences
- The spy tried to escape prosecution by claiming diplomatic immunity, but forgot he was actually a pizza delivery guy.
- Diplomatic immunity does not extend to parking tickets in most countries, much to ambassadors' disappointment.
- The embassy staff enjoyed diplomatic immunity, allowing them to conduct official business without fear of local prosecution.
diplomatic immunity
NOUN[/ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk ɪˈmjunəti/]
the privilege of exemption from certain laws and taxes granted to diplomatic personnel
The ambassador walks free past customs, protected by diplomatic immunity.
Diplomatic immunity opens opportunity in every community!
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“The spy tried to escape prosecution by claiming diplomatic immunity, but forgot he was actually a pizza delivery guy.”
“Diplomatic immunity does not extend to parking tickets in most countries, much to ambassadors' disappointment.”
“The embassy staff enjoyed diplomatic immunity, allowing them to conduct official business without fear of local prosecution.”
“He shouted 'diplomatic immunity!' while being arrested for stealing donuts, despite being a tourist from Ohio.”
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