sanction
- A penalty or forceful action taken as a result of not adhering to a law, rule, or command
- The act of giving formal or authorized approval or agreement
- A measure, such as economic or military force, taken by multiple nations working together to compel a country breaking international law to stop its unlawful activities or submit to legal judgment
- The act of giving formal authorization or acceptance to a specific action or decision
- The act of imposing a penalty or restrictive measure
- The international community decided to sanction the country for its continuous breach of human rights.
- The council has the power to sanction the construction of the new apartment building.
- Due to the company's non-compliance with environmental regulations, the government decided to sanction them, imposing heavy fines and suspending their operation license.
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