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as in to prohibit
to order not to do or use or to be done or used
the company absolutely bans smoking within its buildings
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as in to exclude
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
the university banned those caught in the cheating scandal from graduation ceremonies
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as in curse
a prayer that harm will come to someone
a father's ban upon his ungrateful son
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as in prohibition
an order that something not be done or used
a quiet seaside resort with a ban on the drinking of alcohol in public places
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Recent Examples of ban
Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2025
On Wednesday, Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed legislation to ban anti-competitive covenants that prevent new grocery stores and pharmacies from opening in former locations, a measure aimed at addressing these disparities.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2025
Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2025
What began as a protest against a government social media ban quickly morphed into a broader revolt against corruption and economic stagnation.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
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Verb
She is also banned for life from owning companion animals, is subject to random house visits, and has to pay a $150 fine, as well as restitution of just over $1,000 to the Clermont County Animal Shelter.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2025
On Wednesday, Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed legislation to ban anti-competitive covenants that prevent new grocery stores and pharmacies from opening in former locations, a measure aimed at addressing these disparities.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
Anthony Miller was sentenced to 180 days in jail, with 165 days suspended, placed on probation for five years, ordered to forfeit all companion animals and given a lifetime ban from owning companion animals.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2025
What began as a protest against a government social media ban quickly morphed into a broader revolt against corruption and economic stagnation.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ban
Verb
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In December year, President Joe Biden signed a law prohibiting recognition in the United States of trademarks confiscated by the Cuban government.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
7 Oct. 2025
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Denver International and Newark Liberty International airports saw ground delays where flights were prohibited from taking off until controllers were able to handle them.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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The fee, which would fully pay the contractual costs tied to Johns Disposal Service, would exclude condominiums and commercial properties who already pay for private trash removal services and are not covered by the city's collection service.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Gvardiol and Ruben Dias have now started the last five games in a row — excluding the Carabao Cup tie against Huddersfield — while Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders had started in midfield together for six of the last seven.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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After coming back from a 3-0 deficit in the 2004 American League Championship Series, the Red Sox not only broke their World Series curse that year, but went on to defeat the Yankees in the teams' next two postseason battles in 2018 and 2021.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Grudge Karen (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is an American nurse living in Tokyo who is exposed to a mysterious supernatural curse.—
Caitlin White,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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Some of the commandments overlap with criminal law, such as prohibitions on murder and theft, but others do not.—
Jessie Balmert,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Oct. 2025
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In addition to the cut-through traffic prohibitions for trucks on residential streets, city staff will work with the City Council on ordinance revisions to strengthen penalties on truck operators and owners who do not comply with signs and restrictions.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Just a few years ago public displays of music and art were forbidden, and both are now mainstream.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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This behavior is legally acceptable in some towns and unclear or forbidden in others.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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The Corrections Department budget increases wages for corrections officers but also makes tens of millions of dollars in cuts by eliminating programs and administrative costs and funding for positions that have not been filled.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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People can also eliminate standing water around their home and install or repair screens on windows and doors.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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Astin’s remarks come after a formal condemnation of Norwood from SAG-AFTRA, as well as outcry from dozens of actors, including Emily Blunt, Melissa Barrera, Lukas Gage and more.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid’s latest tour de force is an absurdist, boldly surprising condemnation of his homeland.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
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However, there were not enough votes to outlaw it.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Despite the growing frustration surrounding the play, Payton remains steadfast in his belief that the play should not be outlawed.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Ban.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ban. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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