penalty
noun
a punishment imposed or incurred for a violation of law or rule.
penalties
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pluralof penalty.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Milan would have clinched a seventh European title but for a miracle in Istanbul - Liverpool scoring three times in six minutes in the final before winning on penalties.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
In the midst of the barnstorming action, the victors had three bad snaps on extra points and 18 penalties, including six personal foul calls.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
By settling before a trial kicks off, the social media companies contain costs from lawyer fees and potential penalties; another benefit is that it shields their executives from testifying in court.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
Filers can also avoid penalties by paying 100% of their prior-year tax if income is $150,000 or less, and 110% if it is more.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
When there's a note in the file, the work can be made up gradually with no penalties.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
