punish

Example Sentences

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But the best way to impose discipline on private credit is to let Adam Smith punish those who were overleveraged or took the wrong risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The Catford fighter put that plan into action and started to punish Flores with hooks as she stepped out of the firing line.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

States, Jackson noted, have long assumed the power to punish medical professionals for what they say in addition to what they do.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

His assessment came after he lamented the fact that social media algorithms punish “decency” and reward “flamboyant narcissism and controversy.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Would she really do that if she were trying to punish him-or deny him his one birthday wish?

From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers