granted

Example Sentences

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The committee noted the original planning permission had been granted in 2009 and the proposed amendments made little change.

From BBC

Min Aung Hlaing granted their release to mark a public holiday on Monday "in consideration of the peace of mind of the general public as well as on humanitarian grounds", the government statement said.

From Barron's

A draw was what they would have wished for and their wish was granted.

From BBC

However, the government granted the Ritz-Carlton camp an exemption from the directive, calling the move necessary to attract investors.

From The Wall Street Journal

After his family launched a campaign to have his case reviewed, the government eventually recognised Nelson's case as "exceptional" and he was granted indefinite leave to remain in 2024.

From BBC