expulsion
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Sanctions are yet to be announced, but repercussions could include a points deduction, expulsion from the top flight or a huge fine.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
Sanctions on the club are yet to be announced, but repercussions could include a points deduction, expulsion from the Premier League or a huge fine.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
After Lowe’s expulsion, Habib reached back out to Musk.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
He was expelled from Prairie View A&M University in 1971 after protesting against the expulsion of the editor of the student newspaper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
His approach had been to offer me a drink, and when that had failed he had threatened; he had tried flattery, and when that had failed he had hinted at expulsion.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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As part of its account of its prior investigation of the case, Cornell says: "At its conclusion, the hearing panel issued a range of sanctions, which included expulsions and suspensions from Cornell."
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Discipline included expulsions and suspensions as well as assigned essays.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
The expulsions from Pakistan and alleged abuse intensified after a major escalation in fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan last October.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
The rush underscores growing anxiety among migrant communities -- many of whom lack proper documentation -- with rights groups warning of forced expulsions and limited legal protections.
From Barron's ● May 29, 2026
Then he laughed without sound, without moving his lips; it was three short expulsions of breath forced upward through his nostrils by the heaving of his chest.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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