forbidden
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By BritBox decree, I am forbidden from reviewing it for now.
From Salon ● Sep. 4, 2026
A defense of yelling in restaurants: It’s a forbidden behavior in today’s restaurants—but Amanda Albee spoke to chefs who say it massively improved their careers.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2026
Under local regulations in the region, "it is forbidden to needlessly disturb, attract or pursue a polar bear", which was declared a protected species in Svalbard in 1972.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
The statement said Del Naja and Marshall would “be banned from re-entering Singapore” and are forbidden from performing there again.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
“Me loves Parpar,” said the artful one, preparing to climb the paternal knee and revel in forbidden joys.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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