be granted
Example Sentences
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Guy is probably the worst human to be granted the Green Lantern’s powers: He’s pompous, ill-mannered and insecure.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
Exemptions may be granted if the materials are exported for processing or refining and then returned to the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
So I’m hoping that if we end up having to go that route, we are able to ask for it and that it might be granted.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
Should leave be granted, a full hearing would then follow at a later stage.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Refugee status can only be granted to someone who is outside of the US.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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