punitive measures

Example Sentences

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They are self-censoring and disengaging from campaign activism to avoid punitive measures.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

When the aid was removed, Rwanda government spokeswoman Yolande Makolo said trust between the two countries had been breached by what she called "unjustified punitive measures."

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Burgum didn’t address whether those punitive measures would be rolled back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Polls throughout the Americas show that many are warming to hard-line security strategies and support more punitive measures for suspected criminals.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025

Hints that were untrue, of course, were given of insubordination all over the land, crudely disguised with complacent references to punitive measures to be taken.

From The Iron Heel by London, Jack