penalize
Example Sentences
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Is it right to be “penalized” for not having children?
From MarketWatch
The companies contracted to carry out the review process will receive payments when they reduce costs and will be penalized for inappropriate denials, according to CMS.
From MarketWatch
China said it would penalize 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, The Wall Street Journal reported.
From Barron's
China said it would penalize 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, The Wall Street Journal reported.
From Barron's
If they are late, they could be penalized or lose points.
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