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disciplinary

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


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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

Bass said that based on her conversations with officers, “the internal part of the disciplinary system has gotten a little better.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

A group of African states that have supported Khan argued that the judges’ report exonerated Khan and the disciplinary proceedings should be ended, officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Caf's disciplinary committee initially rejected that appeal, instead issuing sanctions against both sides, including a five-match ban for Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw, on 29 January.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The strict disciplinary measures of the nineteenth century served not only order, but profit.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover