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Punitively

Definition

(formal) In a way intended to punish or penalize someone or something, often severely; with the intention of inflicting a penalty or punishment.

Example Sentences

1The company was fined punitively for violating environmental regulations, setting a precedent for future cases.
2Was the decision to expel the student made punitively, or was it a genuine attempt to maintain order?
3The new policy aims to address tax evasion punitively, with severe penalties for those found guilty.
4Critics argue that the law is enforced punitively against marginalized communities, rather than addressing the root causes of crime.
5The judge's decision to impose a harsh sentence was seen as punitively motivated, rather than focused on rehabilitation.

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