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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

penalties

/ˈpɛnəltiz/ noun · British & US
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What does penalties mean?

noun

Penalties are consequences or punishments for breaking rules or laws. They can also refer to points or deductions in a game or competition.

Example

"The team was given penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct, resulting in a loss of points."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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