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punishable

[puhn-i-shuh-buhl] / ˈpʌn ɪ ʃə bəl /


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"If this player touches the ball with a punishable part of the arm then for sure, this should be a penalty kick," Collum said.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Prosecutors alleged this technical misstatement was a federal crime punishable by up to 60 years in prison.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

It also said that policy violations were punishable by up to six months in prison.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026

Abandoning a pet is a misdemeanor in California typically punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to six months in county jail or both.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The lawyer didn't realize that two of the charges against Ian were punishable with sentences of life imprisonment without parole.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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