penalized
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People who sell to lower- and moderate-income consumers are getting penalized by their customers in some cases for raising prices, but they’re still willing to try, he said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
During a second-round match between two of tennis’ most combustible personalities, Ilie Nastase and John McEnroe, chair umpire Frank Hammond penalized and eventually defaulted Nastase for his behavior.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
The judge reserved the question of what she called “guardrails for witnesses”—that is, whether Mr. Carroll’s alleged victims will be admonished or perhaps even penalized if they testify that he, rather than “she,” raped them.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
Cajulis said she is unaware of anyone who has been penalized under the law.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
The guide notes that agency ratings and funding are tied to whether they are “adopting and implementing effective applicant screening,” a clear signal that agencies may be penalized for not cleaning house.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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