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banishment

[ban-ish-muhnt] / ˈbæn ɪʃ mənt /


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Unfortunately, it fell to Amol Rajan to become the Paloma Faith of this series - being taken away in a coffin in episode two before even having the chance to take part in a banishment.

From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026

But unfortunately, by the time Rausch steps up to defend him, the innocent comic is beyond any chance of clemency at the banishment round table.

From Salon ● Jun. 20, 2026

If the NFL were to determine that Jackson violated its personal conduct policy, he could be subject to a six-game suspension or banishment from the league, with an opportunity to appeal.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

Let’s say you were ordered deported and you now faced banishment from your country.

From Slate ● Feb. 17, 2026

Viola came up later carrying a tray set with the second-best china as a peace offering for my banishment.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly


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