impose
Example Sentences
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So why should the court now impose a restriction that does not appear anywhere in the Constitution?
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
While backing France's right to impose such a ban, the European Commission in January said that any enforcement would lie with the European Union, provided the bill conforms to the bloc's laws.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
Exports from Zimbabwe remain suspended at end-March after its decision last month to impose a lithium concentrate export ban, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
England's struggle to impose themselves on Uruguay meant it was a testing night for those wanting to impress.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
“Alar is the cornerstone of sympathy. If you are going to impose your will on the world, you must have control over what you believe.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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