unsanctioned
Example Sentences
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The sanctioned 12, behind the fence, another six, or 10, in the unsanctioned zone.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Jin, founder of Zion Church, was among nearly 20 people arrested in October as Beijing targets unsanctioned Christian churches.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
In Sawtelle, Los Angeles’ Department of Transportation removed the unsanctioned DIY project about two months after the first stripe was painted, prompting an outcry among community members.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 6, 2025
Nicole Lockwood-West was inspired to write The Lost Lionesses by her aunt Christine Lockwood, part of the unsanctioned team that played in front of 90,000 football fans in Mexico before being banned on their return.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2025
A stubborn group of people might try starting an unsanctioned game.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
