Definition
a penalty: a sanction, a punishment, a fine
a penalty shot (football) a free shot at goal awarded for a foul or obstruction in the penalty area
the death penalty punishment by execution (guillotine, electric chair, lethal injection, etc.)
- "The penalties for entering a country without a visa are very harsh, Jean."
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