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penalties

NOUN

punishment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cost discipline fine forfeiture

STRONG

amends amercement damages disadvantage dues fall forfeit mortification mulct price rap retribution

Antonyms

STRONGEST

award reward

STRONG

advantage benefit gain

WEAK

forgiveness pardon

Example Sentences

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But it can remove unintentional penalties — and acknowledge realities millions of families already face.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

They also establish a strict obligation for migrants subject to expulsion to leave and cooperate with authorities, envisaging harsher penalties, including detention, for those who refuse to do so.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Unauthorized outbound investment activities will be subject to penalties, including fines and investment bans, according to the State Council.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Stars dictated dressing‑room dynamics, influenced tactical decisions and sometimes overshadowed the collective with inane disputes over things like training schedules or even who should take penalties.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Ron noticed nothing; he was too busy describing each of his other penalties in loving detail.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling