Plural of sanction
regular plural
The plural of sanction is sanctions.
Forms of sanction
| Singular | sanction /ˈsæŋkʃən/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | sanctions /sæŋkʃənz/ |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Sanctions in a sentence
- The United States enacted a new round of sanctions against the apartheid regime of South Africa.
- The school's inaction further sanctions this misbehavior.
- Sanctions were imposed on the country that had made an unprovoked attack on its neighbour.From the entry impose
- The international community's sanctions against the regime had some teeth to them this time around.From the entry teeth
- Sanctions have failed to put a hurt on the adversary government.From the entry put a hurt on
Meaning of sanction
- noun An approval, by an authority, generally one that makes something valid.
- noun A penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several nations, or by an international body.
- noun A law, treaty, or contract, or a clause within a law, treaty, or contract, specifying any of the above.
Questions about the plural of sanction
- What is the plural of sanction?
- The plural of sanction is sanctions.
- Is sanction countable?
- Sanction is a countable and uncountable noun.
Source and license
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