Plural for a punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract
“It was unlikely that he would escape punishment for his provable crimes.”
Plural for the infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense
“Do the crime and punishment by the justice system will more than likely follow.”
Plural for a monetary or financial penalty for breaking a law, rule, or contract
“Furthermore, the French imposed a heavy tax as a financial punishment of all southern villages in the amount of 100,000 golden pounds.”
Plural for rough treatment or handling
“The walls of the little cottage would absorb severe punishment in the tempestuous conditions.”
Plural for the abuse or mistreatment of someone or something
“This machine was not designed to take the sort of punishment it has been subjected to.”
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