1. A playing field or sports venue that has been officially approved and authorized by relevant governing bodies or authorities to host competitions or events
The new stadium is a sanctioned field for international matches.
O novo estádio é um campo autorizado para partidas internacionais.
2. An area of study, research, or professional practice that has been officially recognized and approved by academic or professional institutions
Quantum physics is now a sanctioned field of scientific research.
A física quântica é agora um campo autorizado de pesquisa científica.