Example Sentences

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Gregg said that death sentences and executions could resume because the court was satisfied that the penalty could be administered in a way that guaranteed that capital defendants would be treated fairly and equally.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

In melanoma, her team discovered that immunotherapy works better when a combination of drugs is used, and when they are administered before any surgery to remove a tumour.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Both venues are National Park Service land and are administered by the agency.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Since her test was administered in a separate room, peers noticed and asked questions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It had not occurred to me that they might be administered to unwilling persons.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin