importation
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"We will not be looking to universally restrict the importation and registration of used vehicles," he said.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
The original plan had been to begin the phase out and stop the importation of petrol and diesel vehicles from 2030.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
In 1807, Congress passed and President Jefferson signed a bill prohibiting the importation of slaves.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025
Justice Amy Coney Barrett said she was struggling to understand what Congress meant in the emergency powers law when it said the president may “regulate” importation.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2025
The C.D.C.’s actions effectively stopped the importation of monkeys into the United States for several months.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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