Example Sentences

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In Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, near-daily drone barrages have imposed a furtive rhythm to residents’ lives, making every trip to the market, school, health clinic or a relative’s home a gamble.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Some countries in the region have imposed fuel-saving measures, cut refinery runs or restricted product exports to conserve domestic supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

New state and federal laws have imposed liabilities for scams like automated mass-ticket purchases, while bills proposing caps on resale fees have advanced in California and New York.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

Authorities have imposed a late-night curfew, which will remain in place until Wednesday in Gilgit and Skardu, where the army has been deployed on the streets.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

It might seem that this episode would have imposed a certain coolness upon our friendship.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt