imposing

Example Sentences

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They called for “some combination of straight-forward engineering fixes, moving water to Lake Powell from upstream reservoirs,” and imposing cuts in the Upper Basin states.

From Los Angeles Times

You could say that the Flemish painter, who served in the courts of two 17th-century English kings, created an imposing style of portraiture that was its own last word.

From The Wall Street Journal

In early October, Acacio agreed to an interim order imposing restrictions on his license.

From Los Angeles Times

It has also consulted on measures to prevent managing agents from imposing opaque and excessive charges related to building insurance, often in the form of commissions.

From BBC

Freight costs are already rising as a result of the additional charges shipping companies are imposing for transit in the region.

From Barron's