on the grounds that

Example Sentences

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Friday’s decline came after media outlets reported that state attorneys general are prepared to challenge the merger on the grounds that Paramount would have too much power with its control over Warner Bros.’

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Pershing Square earlier this year made an offer to take over Universal Music, but the bid was rejected by Universal Music’s board on the grounds that it undervalued the company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Many bulls object to these indicators’ message on the grounds that the market’s high levels are supported by robust corporate earnings.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

District officials returned him to work on the grounds that police declined to file charges at the time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

I asked endless questions about Grandpa’s pension, but information was always denied me on the grounds that I was too young to know what was involved.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright