Penalty

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British pronunciation/pˈɛnə‍lti/
American pronunciation/ˈpɛnəɫti/
Penalty
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(in games and sports) a disadvantage that a team or player is given for violating a rule

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a punishment that someone receives for violating a law, contract, etc.

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a punishment or consequence imposed as a result of violating rules

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the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition

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a payment required for not fulfilling a contract

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the points or score awarded to the defending side when they successfully prevent the declarer from making their bid

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The agile goalkeeper saved two penalty shots during the shootout.
The referee pronounced a penalty against the player for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The new law provides for stricter penalties for repeat offenders.
The port authority implemented demurrage penalties to incentivize prompt loading and unloading of vessels.
The referee signaled a penalty by raising the yellow card.
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