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The CPS said it had noted the government's decision to pause debarment investigations.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2025

I won’t belabor the biographical details except to note that from his debarment in 1989 till his death in 2024, Rose tirelessly lobbied for reinstatement, and each time, the commissioner refused.

From Salon • May 24, 2025

He says debarment typically requires “clear evidence of unethical or unlawful behavior done with knowledge and intention,” and he hasn’t seen such evidence.

From Science Magazine • May 23, 2024

The absurdity of its action drips from the closing words of the notice issued by H. Katrina Brisbon, an HHS “suspension and debarment official.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

It is used freely on the sporting page, but is barred from other columns, its debarment being due to its lack of elegance and clearness.

From News Writing The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News Stories by Spencer, M. Lyle (Matthew Lyle)