penalized

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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

USC is test-optional and scores are considered as part of holistic review, but students are not penalized if they do not submit them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Several companies have said drivers aren’t penalized for delivery times exceeding 10 minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Those who protested could be penalized under the 1917 Espionage Act, which made it a crime to interfere with the draft or encourage “disloyal” acts.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman