subject to

phrasal verb

subjected to; subjected to also subject to; subjecting to; subjects to

1

: affected by or possibly affected by (something)

The firm is subject to state law.

The schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Clothing purchases over $200 are subject to tax.

Anyone caught trespassing is subject to a $500 fine.

2

: likely to do, have, or suffer from (something)

My cousin is subject to panic attacks.

I'd rather not live in an area that is subject to flooding.

3

: dependent on something else to happen or be true

The sale of the property is subject to approval by the city council.

All rooms are just $100 a night, subject to availability.

Examples of subject to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Zoom in: Mexican and Canadian imports are subject to 25% tariffs — with the exception of energy from Canada, which will face 10% tariffs. —Courtenay Brown, Axios, 1 Feb. 2025

Batteries are needed to run the sensors, recorders, and telemetry systems but the go-to lithium batteries are classified as containing hazardous materials that are subject to strict safety and environmental regulations. —David Szondy, New Atlas, 1 Feb. 2025

The projections beyond next season are subject to further negotiations between the NHL and players union. —John Shipley, Twin Cities, 31 Jan. 2025

Ryan Investment was interested in acquiring Northlake Mall, subject to a complete review and evaluation of material and financial information. —Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2025