Example Sentences

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Consignments of arms exports must be approved by several ministries, coordinated by the Federal Chancellery.

From Reuters • Mar. 23, 2022

“Concerts went to zero. Lessons dropped to 5% of what it was. We’re seeing a lot of repair business from people who are stuck at home and want to play. Consignments are up a lot.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2021

Consignments that previously moved with minimal fuss now need voluminous paperwork including customs declarations and, for food products, health certificates.

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2021

V. Consignments intended for different buildings should be in separate packages, and not be included in the same box, crate, or barrel.

From Final Report of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Commission by Louisiana Purchase Exposition Commission

Consignments of comforts were well regulated by Major H.G.

From With Manchesters in the East by Hurst, Gerald B. (Gerald Berkeley), Sir