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disciplinary

[dis-uh-pluh-ner-ee] / ˈdɪs ə pləˌnɛr i /
ADJECTIVE
corrective
Synonyms


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One of the issues is the catch-all approach to disciplinary action in England.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

This is the start of a formal police disciplinary procedure and is not a judgement on an officer's actions.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The disciplinary files of Los Angeles police officers are closely guarded secrets, protected by some of the nation’s strictest confidentiality laws.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Such changes would go hand in hand with an overhaul of the department’s much-maligned disciplinary system, which has faced criticism from some corners for not meting out harsh enough punishments when officers shoot unarmed people.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The Box held only around thirty inmates, a fraction of those who were under disciplinary restriction.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover