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2 | 37% | 4 | They penalize N.F.L.ers | |
3 | 31% | 11 | Penalize by confinement | |
Approve Or Penalize Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SANCTION" which means:
- noun
- • Formal and explicit approval
- • A mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards
- • Official permission or approval
- • The act of final authorization verb
- • Give sanction to
- • Give authority or permission to
- • Give religious sanction to, such as through an oath
An example sentence would be:
- • "The government imposed economic sanctions on the country."
- • "The company faced trade sanctions for violating international regulations."
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New York Times28 Feb 2008 | Across 45 | |
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5 | They penalize N.F.L.ers
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6 | Unconstitutional way to penalize offenders | |
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