penalties

Example Sentences

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The Golden Knights killed two penalties on the night and have killed all 11 Ducks power plays in the series.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Done poorly, they could trigger stealth taxes, surtaxes, lost deductions and Medicare penalties that show up years later, like a bar tab you forgot about.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

The Ducks were shut out on another power play in the second period, extending to 19 the number of consecutive penalties the Golden Knights have killed in the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

The spokesperson said penalties should instead be based on the revenues generated by the services being regulated in the countries where they operate.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

To Harry’s great disappointment, Cormac McLaggen saved four penalties out of five.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling