license

Example Sentences

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The license renewal from the commission allows the plant to remain running for 20 years, although extending it past 2030 would require additional action from the California Legislature.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

If they are used on the road, the driver needs to fulfil a certain criteria, including having a driving license, at least third party insurance and obligatory lamps, reflectors and rear markings fitted.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Anne writes about the people and the companies that release, distribute and license music; the concert business and live-event ticketing; and podcasting, radio and the changing ways listeners consume audio.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Thursday renewed Diablo Canyon’s license to operate, ensuring that California’s last remaining nuclear facility will continue to run through at least 2030.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

And as neither Kelton nor Alyssa are anywhere close to having a license, they have no other choice.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman