punished

Example Sentences

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But the governor cast the commutation as a defense of free speech, claiming that Peters had been punished “for having strange beliefs.”

From Slate • May 23, 2026

We also don’t want states with high recovery rates to be punished with smaller budgets going forward.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Wootler said authorities were doing all they could to tackle the growing problem, deporting foreigners who overstay their visa and ensuring those who engage in online crime are "punished by our courts".

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

When Higgo finished his round at about 12:45 local time, he would have been tied at the top of the leaderboard with fellow South African Aldrich Potgieter had he not been punished for his tardiness.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Not one person who helped Booth and Herold during their escape, except Dr. Mudd, was punished.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson