subject to regulatory approval
/ˈsʌbdʒɪkt tə ˌreɡjəˈleɪtəri əˈpruːvl/
Meaning
This phrase means that a business deal, merger, acquisition, or product launch cannot legally proceed until it receives official permission from a governing authority or regulatory body. It indicates a conditional status where the final outcome depends on government or industry clearance.
Examples
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The merger between the two telecom giants is subject to regulatory approval.
The merger between the two telecom giants is subject to regulatory approval.
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We plan to launch our new medical device in Europe next year, subject to regulatory approval.
We plan to launch our new medical device in Europe next year, subject to regulatory approval.
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The acquisition has been agreed upon by both boards but remains subject to regulatory approval.
The acquisition has been agreed upon by both boards but remains subject to regulatory approval.
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Our expansion into the banking sector is subject to regulatory approval from the central bank.
Our expansion into the banking sector is subject to regulatory approval from the central bank.
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The agreement, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in Q4.
The agreement, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in Q4.
Common Mistakes
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✗ The deal is subject on regulatory approval.
✓ The deal is subject to regulatory approval.
The phrase 'subject to' requires the preposition 'to', not 'on' or 'of'.
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✗ The launch is subjected to regulatory approval.
✓ The launch is subject to regulatory approval.
While 'subjected to' exists (meaning forced to undergo something unpleasant), the conditional business phrase uses the adjective 'subject to'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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The pharmaceutical company's new drug release is still ___.
💡 dependent on official government permission
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subject to regulatory approval
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This cross-border acquisition is ___ by the competition authority.
💡 needs official legal clearance before closing
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subject to regulatory approval