as in punitive
inflicting, involving, or serving as punishment
called for disciplinary actions in response to the outrageous behavior
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Recent Examples of disciplinary
Players are given a warning for a first offense and face disciplinary action for a second.
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Brieanna J. Frank,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
During the calls, the employees were reportedly told that their public testimony was under investigation for a possible violation of company policies and that subsequent disciplinary actions may include termination.
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Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
19 June 2026
The employees were informed that the investigation could lead to disciplinary action, the complaint states, while one staffer was told that the potential discipline could range up to termination.
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Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
18 June 2026
Instead, the chief was suspended for two days without pay, according to an April 2024 disciplinary letter sent by Wagoner.
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Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disciplinary
Brieanna J. Frank,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
During the calls, the employees were reportedly told that their public testimony was under investigation for a possible violation of company policies and that subsequent disciplinary actions may include termination.
—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
19 June 2026
The employees were informed that the investigation could lead to disciplinary action, the complaint states, while one staffer was told that the potential discipline could range up to termination.
—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
18 June 2026
Instead, the chief was suspended for two days without pay, according to an April 2024 disciplinary letter sent by Wagoner.
—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disciplinary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disciplinary
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While the list carries few immediate legal repercussions, it’s widely considered a red flag to investors that can precede more punitive trade restrictions.
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Management was also described as dismissive, punitive and unapproachable.
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Modern correctional systems must ensure that participation remains voluntary and that inmates of all faiths—or no faith at all—receive equal treatment.
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The teen told a Washington County correctional employee who was visiting her school for a career fair in April.
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“Disciplinary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disciplinary. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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