suffice
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"Given the nature and gravity of the offences, only a substantial prison sentence will suffice," said the court in Assen, in the north of the Netherlands.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
A couple of examples related to Colossal should suffice.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
An email, which they had until the end of the month to send, would suffice.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
It added that only a striking-off order would suffice, subject to an appeal.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
I would have preferred a mother's love and a queen's protection, but since Gertrude could give me neither, her gold must suffice.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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