be granted

Example Sentences

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But Taylor’s stasis is interrupted by the news that he may be granted early parole.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

A Texas summer camp where 27 girls died in a flood last July has been informed by state authorities that it hasn’t met adequate safety standards to be granted an operating license for this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

US officials suggested early in the blockade that certain vessels would be granted exemptions on humanitarian grounds, but did not specify the exact conditions.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Lucy described this as "Britain's hidden maths inequality" and said assistive technology support should be "granted immediately".

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The right to assemble and demonstrate in support of our just demands was not a favor to be granted by the government at its discretion.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela