subject to, be

1. Depend on, be likely to be affected by, as in Our vacation plans are subject to the boss's whims . [Early 1800s]

2. Be likely to incur or receive, as in This memo is subject to misinterpretation . [Late 1300s]

3. Be prone or disposed to, as in This child has always been subject to colds . [Late 1300s]

4. Be under the control or authority of, as in All citizens in this nation are subject to the law . [First half of 1300s]

Example Sentences

Albanese has conceded that Australia's proposal may not be foolproof, and if it passes the parliament, it would be subject to a review.

From BBC

The final transfer of ownership to the British Museum will be subject to the Charity Commission's consent.

From BBC

Crypto firms insist their sector should be subject to new, tailor-made rules.

From BBC

So-called off-channel communications are a persistent problem in both business and politics, with concerns that services such as WhatsApp are used to reduce the scrutiny some conversations can be subject to.

From BBC

Commercial property owners say their sales of warehouses and retail spaces shouldn’t be subject to something that was billed as a “mansion tax.”

From Los Angeles Times

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