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probation

[proh-bey-shuhn] / proʊˈbeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
trial period
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Young Boys have regularly been in trouble with Uefa, and only last week the threat of a ban on travelling fans was lifted after a two-year probation expired.

From BBC

In a surprise announcement on Thursday, the government confirmed it will now bring in unfair dismissal protection after six months, and ditch the new legal probation period.

From BBC

Labour had planned to abolish this qualifying period completely, alongside a new legal probation period to be determined after a consultation.

From BBC

Several probation officers have privately conveyed concern over whether they'll be able to provide the support women with complex needs will require in the community - with their workload already said to be at maximum levels.

From BBC

Pope, Davis and Moses were sentenced to jail time and probation.

From Los Angeles Times