Etymology
Origin of barred
Example Sentences
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If convicted, Davis could face two to four years in prison and be barred from holding public office in California.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
The 31-year-old “19 Kids and Counting” alumnus posted a $600,000 bond Tuesday and was flying home, where on judge’s orders he will be barred from contact with anyone younger than 18.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Cooke himself was accused of corruption and at one point barred from government work.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
An appeals court said Mr. Olivier’s suit was barred, meaning he’d have to violate the speech law again to challenge it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
It screamed and struck the air with broad barred wings, and rose up on the wind.
From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin
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