sanction vs send off

sanction

noun
  • An approval, by an authority, generally one that makes something valid. 

  • A penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several nations, or by an international body. 

  • A law, treaty, or contract, or a clause within a law, treaty, or contract, specifying any of the above. 

verb
  • To penalize (a state etc.) with sanctions. 

  • To ratify; to make valid. 

  • To give official authorization or approval to; to countenance. 

send off

verb
  • To show someone a red card, and dismiss them from the playing area. 

  • To provide a celebration for someone who is leaving; give a sendoff. 

  • To send; to dispatch. 

  • To emit; to emanate. 

noun
  • farewell party 

  • funeral or memorial service 

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