bans
Americannoun
plural noun
Example Sentences
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"Europeans have had enough of tech companies exploiting our children, but we also expect more from our leaders than quick-fix bans on kids," said Leanda Barrington-Leach, executive director of 5Rights Foundation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
Extorters have filed bogus claims to the Meta-owned social media platform, then asked for ransoms to withdraw them - knowing repeated claims can lead to account bans.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
And water companies are reminding customers that temporary hosepipe bans are still in force despite the rainfall and decreased demand with the cooler weather.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Women over 60 are largely past their reproductive years and may not be directly affected by abortion bans.
From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026
In a separate ruling, the Supreme Court bans sex-segregated Help Wanted ads.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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