Here are examples of the word/phrase "sanctioning" used in a sentence and paraphrased in a sentence...
I am surprised that the boss is sanctioning people to see his secret technique.
I am shocked that the boss is allowing people to see his secret technique.
The lords are sanctioning you to go all out.
The lords are permitting you to go all out.
The sanctioning of a new tactician is what lead them to victory.
The authorization of a new tactician is what lead them to victory.
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