Example Sentences

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"But Congress has mandated that we protect consumers from material misrepresentations and omissions, including when the product or service offered to consumers is a speech-related product."

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

The NFL has mandated the caps’ use at practices for some players since 2022.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 26, 2024

The intentions of individual property owners and the vicissitudes of the market will continue to make it challenging to build the 3,736 additional units the state has mandated for the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2023

Washington state has talked about similar plans and Kentucky has mandated that EV charging companies include Tesla's plug.

From Reuters • Jul. 12, 2023

Congress has mandated more detailed reports on such cases as part of a larger crackdown.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2023