total embargo

Examples (10)

• The UN imposed a total embargo on all trade with the rogue state.
• A total embargo would cripple the country's economy but might be necessary to stop the conflict.
• Lawmakers are debating whether to lift the total embargo that has been in place for a decade.
• Historically, a total embargo on goods has rarely achieved its long-term political goals.
• Is a total embargo the most effective tool for international diplomacy in this situation?
• The international community will consider a total embargo if the aggressions continue.
• The citizens suffered greatly under the total embargo, which restricted access to essential supplies.
• The resolution calls for a total embargo on arms sales to the region.
• Despite the total embargo, some goods were still smuggled across the border.
• The president announced his support for a total embargo against the hostile nation.