bans
Americannoun
plural noun
Example Sentences
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Most brokers penalize investors who quickly sell SpaceX IPO shares, with penalties ranging from temporary to permanent bans on future IPOs.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong also told a hearing of the country's Senate that Canberra was "concerned" by the bans and diplomats would raise the issue with Chinese counterparts.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Droughts were declared across much of England in 2025 following a very dry spring, and hosepipe bans followed in the summer after demand for water increased.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
But only a handful have instituted indefinite bans, and just four other towns have sent related matters to the ballot.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
My bans extended to meetings of all kinds, not just political ones.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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