penalized

Example Sentences

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That means if you’re hoping to trade shares of SpaceX purchased at the IPO price as soon as you get them, you may be penalized.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

China’s market has lagged and Beijing recently penalized brokers that let mainland investors buy stocks abroad.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Andretti was penalized for missing the drivers’ meeting, however, and sent from the No. 9 starting position to the rear of the field.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

As the court found, these grants were penalized not because of what they said but because of when they were awarded.

From Slate • May 14, 2026

My family had not asked for or even wanted to be involved in the struggle, but my involvement penalized them.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela