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sanction

[sangk-shuhn] / ˈsæŋk ʃən /




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But it’s a startling precedent to sanction a citizen of an ally with independent courts for mere legal advocacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“Ghomi is accused of aiding our declared enemies by selling U.S.-origin computer networking parts to Iran and earning millions of dollars in violation of U.S. sanction laws,” said First Assistant U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The committee also recommends introducing an independent regulator of property management agents, with the power to sanction rogue agents and remove their licence to operate.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The IBF granted permission for the contest but did not sanction its belt.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

He had agreed with each of them in turn, though what it was they wanted him to sanction he did not know.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers




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