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
"Our binding agreement with Netflix will offer superior value at greater levels of certainty, without the significant risks and costs Paramount's offer would impose on our shareholders," he said in a statement.
From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026
It will, however, be exempted for three years from tariffs of 100% that Trump had threatened to impose on drugmakers.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 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
