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barring

[bahr-ing] / ˈbɑr ɪŋ /


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He also fiercely criticized Raman for opposing a law barring homeless encampments next to schools.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

But O’Connor goes even further, barring RIH from “encouraging” individuals who are not currently part of the case to seek protection from these courts.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

The stalking protection order was made on 7 January, barring Foley from contacting Doncaster-born Yungblud, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, or any members of his entourage.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The next day, National League president Chub Feeney ordered Turner to cede his post, citing a little-known rule barring managers from holding stock in their team.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The men voted to submit demands for increased wages and benefits to the packers on Saturday, July 26, and, barring a satisfactory response, to go out on strike on July 28.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield




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