No. 1,043 in German
sanktionen
"Sanctions" – punitive measures or penalties imposed to enforce rules or laws.
In a sentence
Die Regierung verhängte Sanktionen gegen Länder, die die Menschenrechte nicht respektieren.
The government imposed sanctions against countries that do not respect human rights.
Here, 'Sanktionen' is used in the context of governmental or international punitive measures imposed on states for violating laws or principles.
Wir diskutieren über die wirtschaftlichen Auswirkungen der Sanktionen.
We are discussing the economic impacts of the sanctions.
In this sentence, 'Sanktionen' refers to established measures affecting the economy, highlighting their consequences and influence.
Sanktionen können ein Instrument zur Förderung des Friedens sein.
Sanctions can be an instrument for promoting peace.
This illustrates the theoretical or philosophical usage of 'Sanktionen' as a potential tool in diplomacy or international relations to aid peace efforts.
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