expulsion

noun

ik-ˈspəl-shən How to pronounce expulsion (audio)
Definition of expulsionnext
as in deportation
the forced removal from a homeland the ruthless expulsion of the French-speaking Acadians from Nova Scotia by the British

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Recent Examples of expulsion In theory, the criminal proceeding could lead to prison time and the Title IX case to expulsion. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 The men faced a range of disciplinary action, from reflection papers to suspensions and expulsions, The New York Times reported. — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026 Cornell’s investigation resulted in a range of punishments — including expulsions and suspensions. — Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2026 University President Michael Kotlikoff said its disciplinary process resulted in two expulsions and two suspensions of at least two semesters. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for expulsion
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deportation
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  • And Wendy is one of many older siblings who are now taking care of younger family members after their parents' deportation, advocacy groups said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Eight years ago, protesters frequently drove coverage in their preferred direction by disrupting candidates (Movimiento Cosecha pushed Biden to endorse a deportation moratorium, for instance) and showing up to press them at Q&As.
    — David Weigel, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026
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“Expulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expulsion. Accessed 23 Oct. 2026.

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