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Economic Sanctions

Description

Economic sanctions refer to a form of penalty or trade restriction imposed by one country or a group of countries on another nation. These sanctions are typically enacted in response to certain actions, policies, or human rights violations conducted by the targeted nation. The aim of economic sanctions is to influence the behavior or policies of the targeted nation and bring about a change in their actions.

Sample Sentences

As a Noun:

1. The United States imposed economic sanctions on the country in response to its nuclear program.
2. The economic sanctions imposed by the European Union had a significant impact on the country's economy.

As an Adjective:

1. The company faced economic sanctions due to its unethical business practices.
2. The government issued economic sanctions against certain industries to protect the environment.

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