suffice
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"Given the nature and gravity of the offences, only a substantial prison sentence will suffice," said the court in Assen, in the north of the Netherlands.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
A couple of examples related to Colossal should suffice.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
It added that only a striking-off order would suffice, subject to an appeal.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
With economic growth running around 1%, the oil price hitting $125 or higher could suffice to tip Europe into recession, said Neil Shearing, chief economist at Capital Economics in London.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026
“There will be no more Houses. The emblem, shield, and colors of my noble ancestor, Salazar Slytherin, will suffice for everyone. Won’t they, Neville Longbottom?”
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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