Example Sentences

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But it has no say in the disciplining of the department’s sworn and civilian employees — a role that falls to the police chief.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Rate hikes aimed at disciplining speculation can do more than cool the room.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

"While dominant individuals may show disciplining actions toward their subordinates, as macaques do naturally, these actions in the macaque society 'differ from human abuses'," it said.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Katie Miller and her guests avoid talking too bluntly about how disciplining children is achieved.

From Salon • Feb. 16, 2026

Katherine makes a small sound in the back of her throat before saying, “Well, Sheriff, thank you for that. I'd planned on disciplining Jane, but this will save me some effort.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland