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expulsion

[ik-spuhl-shuhn] / ɪkˈspʌl ʃən /


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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

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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