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How to pronounce “sanction”
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Pronunciation guide for sanction
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of sanction with real speech in context.
- Available examples
- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- The J Curve
problem with oil for food sanctions in
- Definition summary
- An approval, by an authority, generally one that makes something valid.
Example 1 of 8
How to pronounce sanction
The J Curve

problem with oil for food sanctions in
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “sanction”
Meaning
- [Noun]
- An approval, by an authority, generally one that makes something valid.
- (chiefly in the plural) A penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several nations, or by an international body.
- A law, treaty, or contract, or a clause within a law, treaty, or contract, specifying any of the above.
- [Verb]
- (transitive) To ratify; to make valid.
- (transitive) To give official authorization or approval to; to countenance.
- (transitive) To penalize (a state etc.) with sanctions.
Practice Nearby Words
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Similar Sounds
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