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punitive

adjective as in concerning punishment

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Seeing these actions, Schiff worries about further punitive measures against California.

They are seeking compensatory and punitive damages in an amount to be determined at trial.

Harrison and her partner are seeking an order requiring Dignity Health hospitals to provide emergency abortions in a manner compliant with state law, as well as compensatory and punitive damages.

He said that would lead to "punitive labelling of schools", more work and "increased stress" for staff and students - as well as a "narrowing curriculum" geared towards tests rather than being "broad and balanced".

From BBC

"Israel will not be restrained unless there are serious punitive acts."

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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