pursuant to
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Result: whiffs of the paper-clip maximizer, an ancient AI thought experiment in which a computer ends up consuming all planetary resources pursuant to its instruction to make paper clips.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“The ruling also reaffirms the insurance commissioner’s broad authority over approval of automobile rates pursuant to Prop 103,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The US Marshals confirmed to the BBC that the Tates had been taken into custody, while a US Department of Justice spokesperson said the arrests were "pursuant to extradition proceedings".
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
Groupe Bruxelles Lambert did so through the sale of six million Concentrix shares on April 29 in a block trade pursuant to Rule 144 at a price of $22.25 per share.
From Barron's ● May 8, 2026
He caught snatches of phrases: “. . . this Honorable Branch of the Cook County Criminal Court.... now in session .... pursuant to adjournment.... the Honorable Chief Justice Alvin C. Hanley, presiding. . . .”
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
