unsanctioned

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Meanwhile ship-tracking service Kpler said total crossings in the strait fell from 16 on Tuesday to 14 on Wednesday, with the number of shadow or unsanctioned crossings falling from two to one.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

The sanctioned 12, behind the fence, another six, or 10, in the unsanctioned zone.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

He and Meghan are vigilant about personal security and keeping their children away from unsanctioned cameras, whether wielded by professionals or their own neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Raad, the external vice president for UCSB’s Associated Students, pointed out that the event began years ago as Floatopia, an unsanctioned beach festival that was later ended through an ordinance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2026

A stubborn group of people might try starting an unsanctioned game.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith