- plural of penalty.
penalties
Example Sentences
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Unless previously deported, living in the country illegally is considered a civil violation rather than a crime and carries penalties such as arrests, fines and deportation proceedings.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
The new policy preserves the benefits of life-sciences research while defining the areas of greatest risk, including prevention of accidental or intentional lab leaks, and penalties for irresponsible practices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
If you have delayed claiming while working, you will generally need to enroll yourself when your employer coverage ends to avoid late-enrollment penalties.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Despite the disruptions, the government introduced legislation in the lower house seeking tougher penalties for examination paper leaks.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Madam Hooch awarded both teams penalties, and Wood pulled off another spectacular save, making the score forty—ten to Gryffindor.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
