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financial penalty

NOUN
punitive damages
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Google was initially imposed with a financial penalty of just over €4.3 billion in 2018 but in 2022, a lower court reduced it to €4.1 billion.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

But if savers are unable to find a property below the cap and need to withdraw the money, they face a financial penalty which costs them 6.25% of their savings.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

UMA imposes a financial penalty on those who vote with the minority, a rule it says is aimed at pushing voters toward the correct outcome.

From The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2026

Teams exceeding the set threshold must pay a financial penalty which is then distributed to player retirement funds and clubs.

From Barron's Jan. 23, 2026

Each contract contained a tight deadline for completion, with a financial penalty for every day beyond.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




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