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license

[lahy-suhns] / ˈlaɪ səns /




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In addition to the challenge of finding the appropriate music for a 1970s spy thriller set in Russia, “Ponies” music supervisor Kier Lehman couldn’t license any music from the country due to current international sanctions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Flock operates dozens of automated license plate readers, which allow authorities to scan for vehicles that have been reported stolen or are registered to known fugitives, tracking their movements throughout the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

He said he spent more than $500 to get the necessary safety modifications, along with plates and a license.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

"A licensing enforcement officer arrived and hand delivered a notice to say I needed a street trading license," Heather said.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 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




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