condone

Example Sentences

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“So even if they’re aware that they’re not supposed to condone the way people are speaking, or they shouldn’t be that way in those environments, they will condone it,” she said.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

The MSP said she did not condone his crimes, but that he needed support.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

That’s a behavior the majority of the country doesn’t condone and for which a small percentage of Hindus are responsible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Birmingham City Council previously denied the allegations and said it did not "condone any actions which are contrary to legislation and good employment practice."

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

If you can’t translate Parentish, this is what they really said: Momma: I don’t condone what you did, and I’m not saying it’s okay, but I probably would’ve done it too.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas