reprimand
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Violators face nothing more serious than firing, reduction in salary grade, a ban on federal employment for up to five years, suspension, reprimand or a fine of up to $1,000.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
Constance, who accepted the inquiry's findings, was given a written reprimand and told to make a statement to parliament to update the official record.
From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026
Couture and DeAscentiis face consequences ranging from a verbal reprimand to expulsion from the university.
From Salon • Dec. 17, 2025
Just a couple of months later, Kiffin was unveiled as the coach of Tennessee, where he quickly garnered a reprimand from the Southeastern Conference commissioner for comments about Florida’s Urban Meyer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025
Twice in one day, Briony had caught the disapproval of the ward sister for running in the corridor, and on each occasion the reprimand was delivered tonelessly.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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