customs

Example Sentences

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“It’s obviously a pain because I have to go through customs twice each way,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The trend in U.S.-China trade has extended into 2026, with China’s exports to the U.S. in January and February dropping 11% year over year, according to China’s customs agency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

In January and February of this year, Beijing bought 16% more crude compared to the same time period a year earlier, according to its customs administration.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Vietnam has waived customs duties on fuel imports through the month of April.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

He stood in the customs line and reread Kainene’s note.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie