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Banish

Definition

(formal/literary) To officially or formally remove or dismiss someone or something, often in a way that is intended to be permanent or severe. Typically used in contexts of authority, power, or moral judgment.

Example Sentences

1The king banished the traitor from the kingdom, stripping him of his titles and lands.
2Does the concept of sin imply a moral authority that can banish individuals from a community?
3The new policy aims to banish discrimination from the workplace by implementing stricter hiring practices.
4In some cultures, it is believed that certain rituals can banish evil spirits or malevolent forces.
5There is a long history of governments attempting to banish dissenting voices through censorship and repression.

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