red tape

Example Sentences

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The Pentagon has held up SpaceX as an example of companies that can help the military cut through red tape and more quickly field weapons and other capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A highly specific 35 percent cut to government red tape using A.I.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

"Independent prescribing will play a major part in delivering this shift, easing pressures on GPs, cutting unnecessary red tape and helping patients get the right care closer to home," he said.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He said many want to operate legally but get caught up in red tape and called for a more "organized, sustainable model."

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

At first, my mom and I operate on our own schedules and in the evenings it’s like someone’s come in and divided the house with red tape.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy