assent
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Once Jacqueline Kennedy nodded her assent, Walton eyed the ground and indicated the place to be staked.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
The minister said a "progress report" must be made three months after the legislation receives royal assent, adding this reflects "our intention to quickly produce a response following the consultation".
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has said for years that the Fed wouldn’t consider issuing such a currency without Congress’ assent.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Even as oil prices’ assent tapered off Monday afternoon, gasoline prices at the retail pump remain elevated.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
He made vague references to visiting her in Lagos and she made vague sounds of assent.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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