impose on
Example Sentences
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Among the many quotes Ross left with his audience is one that dismantles intimidating concepts about natural ability, the kind of artistic gatekeeping we often impose on ourselves.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
This is the most profitable line of business for many banks, producing $120 billion in interest income and $162 billion in fees, chiefly those the card issuers impose on merchants.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went as far as to say that he did not expect the 100% levy Trump had threatened to impose on Chinese goods to take effect.
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2025
A federal appeals court struck down the rule in July, finding that the FTC failed to properly consider the costs it would impose on businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 25, 2025
I couldn’t impose on them anymore than I already had, or risk ruining them with the invisible fingers that seemed bent on tearing apart every single connection I managed to make.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
