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as in prohibits
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 excludes
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 curses
a prayer that harm will come to someone
a father's ban upon his ungrateful son
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as in prohibitions
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 bans
Tim Fang, CBS News, 10 June 2026
The law also bans federal law enforcement from using state and local facilities for immigration enforcement.
—Natalia Mittelstadt, Baltimore Sun, 9 June 2026
The law bans fees on the tax or tip portions of customers’ bills.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
The bill’s backers are considering more guidelines to make sure the bill only specifically bans those agents who participated in the ongoing immigration crackdown, Gonzalez said.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
As part of its merger with Alaska Air Group’s Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines just announced new dress code rules for flight attendants on select routes—a change that now bans one of the most identifiable symbols of the airline’s identity.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 May 2026
New York law also bans idling specifically for heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 26 May 2026
Missouri currently bans gender-affirming care, but that law is set to expire in 2027.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2026
Minnesota bans prediction markets Minnesota became the first US state to ban prediction markets, in a move that widens the row over the platforms.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Parents and school employees were more likely to favor cellphone bans than students were, according to the survey results.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
Some parents though have decried the bans and their effectiveness.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
Several states have passed restrictions or bans on the use of synthetic dyes in foods, for instance.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 9 June 2026
In most major cities in California, once tents are cleared, people who are arrested under public camping bans are detained for 20 to 30 days.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
There’s also the White House’s stringent immigration policies, which could be making traveling to the United States more difficult, particularly for the 39 countries given travel bans.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
Bathroom bans, health care restrictions and other state measures pummeled Florida while Texas slipped because of anti-trans legislation.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Verb
On Tuesday, the Monterey County Board of Supervisors approved the first reading of a draft ordinance that bans parking on Highway 1 about 900 feet north of the bridge and 700 feet south of the bridge.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 10 June 2026
The law also bans federal law enforcement from using state and local facilities for immigration enforcement.
—Natalia Mittelstadt, Baltimore Sun, 9 June 2026
The law bans fees on the tax or tip portions of customers’ bills.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
The bill’s backers are considering more guidelines to make sure the bill only specifically bans those agents who participated in the ongoing immigration crackdown, Gonzalez said.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026
As part of its merger with Alaska Air Group’s Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines just announced new dress code rules for flight attendants on select routes—a change that now bans one of the most identifiable symbols of the airline’s identity.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 May 2026
New York law also bans idling specifically for heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses.
—Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 26 May 2026
Missouri currently bans gender-affirming care, but that law is set to expire in 2027.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2026
Minnesota bans prediction markets Minnesota became the first US state to ban prediction markets, in a move that widens the row over the platforms.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
Noun
The United States has imposed travel bans on more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and relatives, intensifying pressure on President Daniel Ortega and his co-president wife, Rosario Murillo, over a mounting record of human rights abuses.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Parents and school employees were more likely to favor cellphone bans than students were, according to the survey results.
—Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 9 June 2026
Some parents though have decried the bans and their effectiveness.
—ABC News, 9 June 2026
Several states have passed restrictions or bans on the use of synthetic dyes in foods, for instance.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 9 June 2026
In most major cities in California, once tents are cleared, people who are arrested under public camping bans are detained for 20 to 30 days.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
There’s also the White House’s stringent immigration policies, which could be making traveling to the United States more difficult, particularly for the 39 countries given travel bans.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
Bathroom bans, health care restrictions and other state measures pummeled Florida while Texas slipped because of anti-trans legislation.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bans
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Legal and privacy concerns The lawsuit accuses Amazon of violating the Federal Trade Commission Act, which prohibits deceptive and unfair business practices.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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When a court issues a domestic violence protective order, federal law prohibits the restrained person from possessing a gun.—
Sativa Banks,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Supporters frame the observance as recognition of traditional family structures, while critics say the timing and language amount to political counterprogramming that excludes LGBTQ+ families.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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That too excludes it from the growth comparison.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Chants laced with curses echo through Madison Square Garden.—
Albert Samaha,
Washington Post,
3 June 2026
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This energy can even cause a jinx, curses or even death.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
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Advocates for cellphone bans say such prohibitions will help combat cyberbullying and mental health illnesses in youth.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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An additional six countries, including Canada and Mexico, would be slapped with a 10% tariff over their alleged failure to adequately enforce such prohibitions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The Indian government forbids outsiders from most contact with the tribe because their bodies aren't immune to modern day diseases.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
7 June 2026
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Elordi’s Nate, a controlling alpha engaged to Sydney Sweeney’s hyperfemme Cassie, forbids his wife to work outside their retro suburban home, stranding her amid shag carpeting and yellow wallpaper.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 May 2026
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The same code also bars using the American flag in advertising.—
Darleene Powells,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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Judge bars certain evidence Weeks before the trial was set to begin in Los Angeles, US District Court Judge Anne Hwang excluded specific evidence that was front and center when prosecutors announced charges against Rinderknecht.—
Jack Hannah,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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The Invasive Species Management Act outlaws the sale and spread of 30 species, like the Bradford (or Callery) pear, Japanese barberry and running bamboo, throughout the Garden State.—
Nick Caloway,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Even if the Supreme Court soon outlaws the use of race in shaping congressional districts, state lawmakers still have to work within Florida’s Fair Districts amendment.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Crock-Pot also has a locking lid that prevents spills when traveling.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
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Choosing minimal furniture and one standout piece prevents clutter and creates a more intentional design.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
8 June 2026
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