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Punishment
01
the act of making someone suffer because they have done something illegal or wrong
Examples
The judge handed down a severe punishment to the convicted criminal, sentencing them to several years in prison.
Effective parenting involves using punishment as a means to teach children about responsibility and consequences for their actions.
02
a method or means of disciplining someone for an unlawful or wrong act
Examples
Detention is often used as a punishment for students who break school rules.
Fines are a common form of punishment for traffic violations.
03
tough conditions or harsh treatment that could lead to damage over a period of time
Examples
The athlete 's rigorous training regimen prepared him to endure the punishment of a grueling marathon race.
The old pickup truck had seen its fair share of punishment over the years but remained reliable for daily use on the farm.
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