discipline
noun
training to act in accordance with rules; drill.
has disciplined
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present perfectof discipline (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Tesla has said it does not tolerate harassment and has disciplined and fired workers who engaged in misconduct.
From Reuters ● May 24, 2022
The company has reportedly escalated its campaign to get rid of pro-union signs and literature and has disciplined workers for organizing.
From The Verge ● Apr. 25, 2022
During his time as fire chief, Hood, has disciplined several firefighters for their behavior and actions.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 23, 2020
The US military has disciplined more than a dozen personnel, including officers following the strike.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 22, 2016
Far from being naturally an ascetic, she has disciplined herself into denials and deprivations, cultural and recreational, to pursue her objective with the least possible waste of energy.
From Jailed for Freedom by Doris Stevens
