sanctioned
Example Sentences
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It was tracked to this location on 26 March, the day after the government announced that UK forces had been given permission to board sanctioned ships transiting UK waters.
From BBC
He sanctioned her with a $5,000 fine, largely because she did not initially acknowledge that her citations were fake and tried to shift blame to her opposing counsel.
From Los Angeles Times
Venture Global, which sanctioned an expansion project in Louisiana this month, says its ability to bring extra supply online will help ensure stable prices.
Ministers identified a legal basis in January that would allow forces to board sanctioned vessels in UK waters and it is understood the first such operation will happen soon.
From BBC
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
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