unapproved

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Eleven establishments were closed from April 16 to 23, nine for rodent or cockroach infestations, one for insufficient hot water and one for unapproved remodeling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Novo Nordisk’s lawsuit alleges Hims & Hers is marketing unapproved knockoff versions of weight-loss medications, endangering patients.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

The think tank apologized for what it said was an “unauthorized and unapproved edit” and fired an employee over the incident.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

The government agency said the biggest challenge was from medicines that were unlicensed or unapproved for use in the UK, which were often smuggled into the country across borders.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

Could I live for ambition, and sit down unapproved of my better life to enjoy its achievements?

From The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 1, July, 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy by Various