unsanctioned

Example Sentences

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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

A neighbor, says Nia, complained that the family was building an unsanctioned ADU.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

The bout was to be the "main event", but it was an unsanctioned match, the inquest heard.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025

But the unprovoked and unsanctioned movement enraged the guard.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers