demotion

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Bovino’s apparent demotion came after he made demonstrably false claims that Pretti was aiming to kill federal agents.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2026

Other workers would face demotion, pay cuts and new jobs in different places.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

It follows Crystal Palace's controversial demotion from the Europa League to the Conference League this season.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025

They are kept in line by promises of reward, on or off the books, and by threats of punishment such as demotion, transfer, removal, or even prosecution.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2025

Any failure of duty on their part was liable to be punished by demotion and loss of privileges.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams