unsanctioned
Example Sentences
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From a congregation of around 20, Zion grew to more than 1,500 over the next decade, making it one of the largest unsanctioned churches in Beijing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
The sanctioned 12, behind the fence, another six, or 10, in the unsanctioned zone.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026
Jin, founder of Zion Church, was among nearly 20 people arrested in October as Beijing targets unsanctioned Christian churches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026
A neighbor, says Nia, complained that the family was building an unsanctioned ADU.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2025
A stubborn group of people might try starting an unsanctioned game.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
