Example Sentences

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The mayor of Newark has imposed a curfew around an immigration detention center in New Jersey after a series of intense clashes between protesters and police.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The United States has imposed an economic embargo on Cuba since 1962.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Blackouts have hit Pakistan, the Philippines has imposed a four-day workweek, and countries including Slovenia and Bangladesh have rationed fuel.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The US has imposed sweeping sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of backing the M23 rebel group.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

"Lord Littlefinger always finds a way, my lord. He has imposed a tax bn those wishing to enter die city."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin