sanction
Example Sentences
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World Aquatics does pay out rewards to record-breaking athletes, but because the China Open was not organised by the governing body, no bonuses were sanctioned.
From BBC
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko began on Wednesday his first official visit to North Korea, with the two countries united by Western sanctions, closeness to Russia and accusations of rights violations.
From Barron's
It also detailed what Iran would receive if it accepted the plan, including the removal of sanctions, according to Channel 12.
From BBC
The Israeli report also said Iran would see an end to all sanctions and receive assistance in developing civil nuclear energy.
From Barron's
The U.S. has relaxed sanctions on both to soothe markets but only for a month.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
