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prohibition

[proh-uh-bish-uhn] / ˌproʊ əˈbɪʃ ən /


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Incorporation in regulatory havens, the prohibition of shareholder class actions, and heavy share-based compensation have become the norm.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The fight for women’s suffrage, the prohibition movement and other progressive achievements marked the years before the sesquicentennial.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

There is also no prohibition on banks opening accounts for noncitizens.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

He can apply for the prohibition order to be set aside but not until 2029 and he has a right of appeal at the High Court.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

The prohibition of dream-telling, he thought, would not be a real problem.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry




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