- present participle of sanction.
sanctioning
Example Sentences
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There's a strong argument that a sanctioning agreement is the cleanest way out of this.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
However, it is understood that Liverpool would prefer to sign another forward before sanctioning Gakpo's exit this summer.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Bessent said the U.S. was sanctioning more than 60 entities, individuals and vessels across the world.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
The UCI are a sanctioning authority of the race and take a fee from event organisers.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
It is supposed to compensate for its insistence upon conversion, by sanctioning subsequent laxity in the matter of prayer and fasting.
From Fletcher of Madeley by Frederic W. Macdonald