special licence
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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After the sanctions came into force Thursday morning, NIS said it "had not yet been granted an extension of the special licence from the United States Department of the Treasury".
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2025
The government then issued a special licence for Chelsea to continue to operate, which expires on 31 May.
From BBC ● May 23, 2022
Chelsea are operating under a special licence from the UK government which ends on 31 May.
From BBC ● May 4, 2022
The Blues are operating under a special licence from the UK government after owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2022
Fire Crabs are exported as pets but a special licence is necessary.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
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