RATIFICATIONS Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

ratifications

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plural of ratification

as in sanctions

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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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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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Nithya Raman’s campaign for mayor was far from a sure thing, with incumbent Karen Bass racking up most of the endorsements and reality TV star Spencer Pratt stealing the media spotlight during the primary.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
The challenge facing Eisenkot is that the 67 endorsements do not translate into a 67-seat governing coalition.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of endorsements

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Hard facts are likely to surface quickly as different precincts, counties and states tabulate their votes in an election that could change control of Congress.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026
On March 3, 2025, a motion to advance the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act received 51 votes in favor and 45 against, falling short of the three-fifths threshold required.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

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