sanctioned

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Joshua, 36, last fought in December, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round of a sanctioned professional contest.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

This direct contact appears to have been sanctioned by the new leader, who is his son.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Both steel-production sites are sanctioned by the U.S. for their connections to Iran’s security services.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

He said regime figures who are sanctioned may now see the lifting of sanctions on the interim president as a sign they could be next.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

An hour later, the University Interscholastic League, which sanctioned high school sports in the state, kicked Carter out of the playoffs and replaced it with Plano East.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger