bans
Americannoun
plural noun
Example Sentences
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The treaty allows all nations to explore and use the moon “exclusively for peaceful purposes,” and bans any claims of sovereignty over the moon.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
Salazar that rules on the legality of conversion-therapy bans and what it means for LGBTQ+ youth and the First Amendment.
From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026
Lawmakers in more than 10 states have proposed temporary bans on data-center construction, with Maine poised to become the first state External link to approve such legislation in the coming weeks.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
Social media companies argue that blanket bans will be ineffective, difficult to enforce and could isolate vulnerable teenagers.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
These bans an’ wafts an’ boh-ghosts an’ barguests an’ bogles an’ all anent them is only fit to set bairns an’ dizzy women a-belderin’.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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