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prohibit

[proh-hib-it] / proʊˈhɪb ɪt /


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These arbitration agreements also often prohibit workers from banding together in class-action lawsuits.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Countries including China, Japan and India will face a 12.5% levy on imported goods because the U.S. says they don’t prohibit such imports and haven’t committed to doing so through deals with the administration.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Strong majorities of Californians believe democracy is under attack and support enacting a new state Voting Rights Act to prohibit discrimination and efforts to suppress voting, a poll showed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Authorities may prohibit offending foreign entities from participating in China-related trade and investment activities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Therefore, it is hereby declared to be the policy of the city to prohibit noise disturbances from all sources.’”

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone




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