penalties

noun

Definition of penaltiesnext
plural of penalty
1
as in fines
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment the penalty for speeding is $10 for every mile over the speed limit

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2
as in punishments
suffering, loss, or hardship imposed in response to a crime or offense in some cases, the new penalties for drug offenses were harsher than those for violent crimes

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3
as in disadvantages
the negative result caused by something that creates difficulty for achieving success suffered the penalty of his decision to leave school without graduating

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  1. punishments
  2. disadvantages
  3. expenses
Noun
  • Her mother allegedly responded with more intense physical punishments and by chaining her to her bed.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • North Korea reportedly issues punishments to retailers who sell contraceptives in a bid to tackle its own declining population.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of punishments
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  • The handling The Traverse grew for its latest generation, which brings advantages like cargo and passenger space, but disadvantages as well, mostly in the handling department.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The disadvantages include corrosion from the reactive uranium compounds which rapidly eats away metal reactor walls, and low power output compared to reactor other designs.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of disadvantages
Noun
  • So check your employer’s rules and any list your company offers for eligible expenses.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In a competitive marketplace with intense pressure on expenses, fees, and top performance, the reliability, efficiency, and speed automation brings is critical.
    Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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