as in prohibition
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of forbiddance
And Khave, despite Tevye’s absolute forbiddance, marries outside the Jewish faith.
—
Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2022
Our unashamed view at National Review is that argument is better than forbiddance, that sunlight is preferable to darkness, and that tolerance, not outrage and cancellation, ought to be our default mode.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 10 Feb. 2022
This proves fast enough for thrills, but not so fast as to trigger parental forbiddance from Popular Mechanics editor in chief Ryan D'Agostino, John's father and my boss.
—Ezra Dyer, Popular Mechanics, 2 Mar. 2017
Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2022
Our unashamed view at National Review is that argument is better than forbiddance, that sunlight is preferable to darkness, and that tolerance, not outrage and cancellation, ought to be our default mode.
—Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 10 Feb. 2022
This proves fast enough for thrills, but not so fast as to trigger parental forbiddance from Popular Mechanics editor in chief Ryan D'Agostino, John's father and my boss.
—Ezra Dyer, Popular Mechanics, 2 Mar. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forbiddance
Noun
-
The Senate bill closely mirrors a version passed by the House last month, with the Senate version expanding the prohibition of civil immigration arrests in Massachusetts courthouses to additional locations, including child care facilities and public schools.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2026
-
And the Supreme Court limited when states can use race in redistricting, even when trying to comply with the Voting Rights Act’s prohibition against racial discrimination.—
Shauna Muckle,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
Noun
-
The reforms led to the creation of the forward pass and the banning of dangerous formations.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
-
Magyar’s focus on the economy means reform of Hungary’s draconian anti-LGBTQ+ laws, which currently includes the banning of Pride marches and fines for promoting homosexuality in schools, may not be a priority.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
The crackdown could expand beyond visa revocations to include federal indictments of Mexican politicians.—
Steve Fisher,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
-
The breadth of recent enforcement actions and license revocations makes clear that this is a serious, ongoing problem that demands immediate and sustained action.—
Tom Koutsoumpas,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
News of the troop withdrawal drew swift condemnation from Democrats in Congress and members of a hawkish Washington think tank.—
Ben Finley,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
-
News of the withdrawal was reported earlier by The New York Times, Reuters and other outlets.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
Noun
-
Their suit asserts that the suspension of the primaries would disenfranchise voters.—
Aaron Navarro,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
-
In the spirit of never letting a crisis go to waste, the California oil industry has been using this moment to try to jam through its wish list, lobbying for more drilling permits, suspension of taxes, the elimination of environmental programs and subsidies for refineries.—
Ryan Cummings,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
Noun
-
The lawsuit asks the Ingham County Circuit Court to declare Kalshi's internet sports betting operation a common law nuisance and to issue a permanent injunction and order of abatement enjoining and restraining Kalshi from engaging in or advertising its internet sports betting operation in Michigan.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Forbiddance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forbiddance. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
