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PENALTY

by | Feb 18, 2024
  • Penalty: A punishment or consequence imposed for violating a rule, law, contract, or established standard. Penalties can come in various forms, such as fines, restrictions, or other negative consequences, and they are meant to deter individuals or entities from engaging in behaviors that are considered undesirable or harmful.

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