penalized

Example Sentences

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"The GLP-1 users were socially penalized not just compared to someone who lost weight through diet and exercise," Standen said.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

It should not escape notice that nobody penalized Taylor Swift or Lily Allen for publicizing their breakups.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

The race penalized the completion times of those relying on constant human remote control, including one that finished the race in under 50 minutes, according to the organizer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

And platforms cannot be penalized for hosting this kind of speech.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

“Team Kyle is not being penalized for Team Charles’s blunder,” he said.

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein