condone

Example Sentences

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Fifa applauded Boateng's principles and made him the first member of its anti-discrimination taskforce, but said it did not condone his decision to walk off.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

“One of our core values is respect and we don’t condone anyone saying anything inappropriate like that within our facilities,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

"I wouldn't condone it but it seems to be a light-hearted criticism," the Liberal Democrat councillor said.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025

People don’t assume horror movie fans condone violence, so why would they assume that of horror music fans?

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

“I am quite sure the Kuhani would not condone such conduct here,” said Brother Ugo.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray