sunset clause
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The tariff deal now includes a sunset clause under which regulation will cease to apply at the end of 2029 unless it is extended.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
A sunset clause in legislation means that to get the backdated lump sum, applications have to be submitted by the end of August this year.
From BBC ● May 6, 2024
WTO delegates told Reuters that Washington has submitted proposals, including a so-called "sunset clause" that would automatically mean any future deal would one day expire.
From Reuters ● Nov. 16, 2023
The legislation creating the review committee included a "sunset clause" to dissolve the committee on July 1, 2023.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2023
The UFW has offered this solution: a sunset clause that makes the whole framework disappear after five years unless the Legislature renews it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2022
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