unsanctioned
Example Sentences
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From a congregation of around 20, Zion grew to more than 1,500 over the next decade, making it one of the largest unsanctioned churches in Beijing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
The sanctioned 12, behind the fence, another six, or 10, in the unsanctioned zone.
From Slate ● Mar. 25, 2026
Jin, founder of Zion Church, was among nearly 20 people arrested in October as Beijing targets unsanctioned Christian churches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026
Raad, the external vice president for UCSB’s Associated Students, pointed out that the event began years ago as Floatopia, an unsanctioned beach festival that was later ended through an ordinance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 18, 2026
The man remained where he was, in an unsanctioned part of the cage.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
