punish
Example Sentences
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Our legal system seems well prepared to scrutinize and punish their acts of self-preservation instead of examining the circumstances that made those acts necessary.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
China's government launched an "uncompromising" investigation into the explosion, vowing to severely punish those responsible, and ordered a nationwide crackdown on illegal mining activities, Xinhua said Saturday evening.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
The EFL can only take disciplinary action against clubs, it is up the Football Association to punish individuals.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Mejia said he wanted to pressure landlords to comply with the law — and pressure the city to punish the ones who don’t.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
And your mind will punish you for believing both.
From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness
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