pursuant

Example Sentences

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The post office would maintain its own list of people “who are enrolled with the USPS, pursuant to a process specified in the rulemaking.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"The referee in consultation with the Grand Slam supervisor may declare a default for either a single violation of this code or pursuant to the point penalty schedule."

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

Marshals, he was immediately transferred to ICE custody on Nov. 24, pursuant to a detainer.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025

In spite of this development, “the parties continue to negotiate the terms of a lease agreement at Project Matador pursuant to the letter of intent,” Fermi wrote in the filing.

From Barron's • Dec. 12, 2025

"You are released pursuant to an order from the judge."

From "Holes" by Louis Sachar