assent

Example Sentences

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That’s certainly how the characters feel in the early episodes, quietly assenting to the fate suggested in their bad marriages, puzzling children and unfulfilling jobs.

From New York Times

Netanyahu’s move, after the assent by a powerful right-wing ally, was an attempt to give him time to try to de-escalate the crisis and manage competing demands.

From New York Times

Snyder also would get buyers who are well known to the NFL, easing the approval process that requires the assent of at least 24 of the other team owners.

From Washington Post

It is unclear whether the group, which does not appear to have any significant support inside Russia, operates with the assent of the Ukrainian authorities.

From New York Times

He was conspicuously seated behind his home secretary, visible in the TV coverage, nodding, smiling and voicing his assent at key points as she outlined the new legislation.

From BBC