Both Uses of
sanction
in
Anthem
- I need no warrant for being, and no word of sanction upon my being.†
Part 11
- I am the warrant and the sanction.†
Part 11 *
Definition:
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(sanction as in: cannot sanction such behavior) formal approvaleditor's notes: Ironically, this word has contradictory meanings that are frequently used. When selecting words for an audience who may not be sure of this word's contextual meaning, consider substituting a word like endorse for this sense of sanction.