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Penalize

/pˈɛnəˌlaɪz/
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(verb) To subject to a penalty, especially for the infringement of a rule or regulation.

I will penalize you if you do not observe these regulations.
Sami didn't want to penalize Layla.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The company will ____ employees who repeatedly arrive late without a valid reason.

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