on the grounds that
Example Sentences
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In 1890, the North River Sugar Refining Corporation was dissolved by New York’s highest court on the grounds that it was abusing its power as a corporation.
From Salon ● Aug. 19, 2026
This week, millions of Haitians lost their temporary protected status, which shielded certain people from deportation on the grounds that they’d be sent back to horrible situations.
From Slate ● Jul. 28, 2026
He refused to answer many questions about national policy on the grounds that he was merely running to be the MP for Makerfield.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
A judge threw out the suit in March on the grounds that lawyers were protected under the First Amendment from being sued for the content of their lawsuits unless the case was proven fraudulent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
In fact, Walter told the court that he had personally opposed its adoption on the grounds that it was premature.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
