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Example Sentences

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"A person is subject to the United States' 'jurisdiction' only if he owes sufficient allegiance to, and may claim protection from, the United States."

From Barron's

But Rome owes to him the most famous foundation myth of antiquity.

From The Wall Street Journal

Having said that, “Janet Jackson.” is not lacking in intimacy, owing to Jackson’s emotional openness which, at times, causes her palpable discomfort.

From Salon

He said it meant being “completely subject” to the political jurisdiction of the U.S. and owing it “direct and immediate allegiance.”

From The Wall Street Journal

One of those who believes she is owed money from her car finance provider is Poppy Whiteside from Kent.

From BBC