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Sanction Meaning in English

word

ˈsæŋkʃən
SANK-shuhn
sˈɑːnkʃən
SARNK-shuhn

Definición

A 'sanction' is a penalty, usually by governments, to punish or limit someone’s actions; it can also mean official approval for something.

Uso & Matices

'Sanction' is confusing because it has opposite meanings: 'punishment' and 'permission.' In politics, it usually means penalties ('economic sanctions'); in legal contexts, it can mean permission. Check for context clues.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The government imposed a sanction on the company.

basic

The teacher gave her sanction to start the project.

basic

Sanctions can hurt a country's economy.

basic

The proposal got official sanction from the board last night.

natural

He acted without sanction, so it wasn't allowed.

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The United Nations voted to place sanctions on the country.

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