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bans

American

[banz] / bænz /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

banns.

bans British

/ bænz /

plural noun

a variant spelling of banns

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Jordan, another U.S. regional ally that is also energy-starved, took similar steps, enacting bans on air conditioning in government offices and private use of government vehicles.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Even if the harms are as devastating as some argue, it doesn’t necessarily follow that blanket bans will effectively mitigate these harms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The obscure law bans a person from soliciting or receiving nonpublic information from a public servant by means of their office or employment with the intent to obtain a benefit.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Hours ahead of Wednesday's debate in the Lords, the government also said social media bans, digital curfews and time limits on apps are to be trialled in the homes of 300 UK teenagers.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

I heard from another prisoner that Winnie had recently been charged with violating her bans, which could lead to imprisonment or house arrest.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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