condone
Example Sentences
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IOC President Kirsty Coventry said the group didn’t condone war, “but I don’t believe athletes should pay the price.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026
“I want to be clear that the city of Riverside doesn’t condone this behavior, but we are responsible for fixing the situation that led to it,” she said at the June 9 City Council meeting.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
Though he doesn’t condone the bikes’ misuse, Leisner said their popularity stems in part from how easy they are to ride.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Welsh Labour does not condone harassment and intimidation of any political candidate, elected representative or their families.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
"It was a great shock to me. Her parents were decent folk, too, who had brought her up very strictly. I'm glad to say they did not condone her behaviour."
From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie
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