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formalizations

noun

plural of formalization

as in sanctions

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Noun

Those options reportedly include tighter economic sanctions and expanding restrictions on Iranian trade.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
In downtown Tehran, cafes are constantly packed — a striking sight for a country grappling with Western sanctions and an economic slump exacerbated by the war.

— CBS News, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of sanctions

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The bridge is going to be cut loose from its supports and rigging points, Creasbaum said, with the crane sitting 88 feet into the water.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
The rest comprises things like structural supports, cooling systems, electrical connections, etc.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of supports

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Each agency has its own system, so this proposal would develop a centralized system to submit applications and to receive permits and approvals.

— Digital Producer, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
Major railroad agreements and regulatory approvals are still outstanding.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of approvals

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That standard leaves ample room to question any donor’s spending, endorsements and influence.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
California requires paid political posts to be disclosed, but creators’ endorsements can blur belief and compensation—and leave some voters with sharply different versions of the debate.

— Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

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