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Word: penalty box (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • icehockey An enclosed bench where a player must remain for timed period (a penalty) that is assessed after an infraction.
  • figurative A temporary punishment, or, metaphorically, a similar setback (e.g., loss of control, embarrassment, etc.).
  • soccer The penalty area.

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