Example sentences of "be taken under the [noun] " in BNC.

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1 The Alkali and Clean Air Inspectorate spelt out its wobbly rationale for taking no action in its 1981 Report , saying that its powers were ‘ intended to protect the population and environment of England and Wales ’ , so ‘ it is unlikely that action could be taken under the legislation solely to protect the environment of other countries . ’
2 They are now to be taken under the jurisdiction of the Queen , who is determined that they will be protected from the emotional mayhem currently being created by their parents .
3 In that case , the grievance would be taken under the LEA 's own procedure .
4 Legal proceedings can be taken under the section , but there is a two year limit on such a claim .
5 Then , finally , there is a statute of limitations bar , in that no action may be taken under the section more than five years after the date of the last transaction which is the subject of the violation .
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