impose upon
Example Sentences
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A sense of discomfort in the roles their inheritance and their culture impose upon them is shared by all the major characters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
Simply put, companies are not concerned with the costs their satellites impose upon space as a common resource.
From Slate • May 19, 2021
This year, the chatter will be about what penalty the league may impose upon Mr. Kraft for “conduct detrimental to the league” — code for making the owners look bad.
From New York Times • Mar. 22, 2019
“Ask yourself: Does the concept of citizenship mean anything? Does it grant a person special consideration in the eyes of our government? Does it impose upon him or her special duties or obligations?” he said.
From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2018
“Could we impose upon you for a ride to the nearest gas station and back again?” said Granny.
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
