Ban
noun
An official rule or law saying that something is not allowed.
There's a ban on smoking in public places.
Often appears as...
- a complete ban
- a total ban
verb
To prohibit or forbid something officially or legally.
The government has banned the sale of cigarettes.
Often appears as...
- ban something altogether
- ban someone from doing something
noun
A curse that was placed on someone in the past.
In ancient times, a witch could place a ban on someone.
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Disapproving
Historical
noun
A call to arms in some ancient kingdoms like France.
The king issued a ban, calling all able-bodied men to fight.
Usage tips
Historical
noun
An official rule or law saying that something is not allowed.
There's a ban on smoking in public places.
Often appears as...
- a complete ban
- a total ban
verb
To prohibit or forbid something officially or legally.
The government has banned the sale of cigarettes.
Often appears as...
- ban something altogether
- ban someone from doing something
noun
A curse that was placed on someone in the past.
In ancient times, a witch could place a ban on someone.
Usage tips
Disapproving
Historical
noun
A call to arms in some ancient kingdoms like France.
The king issued a ban, calling all able-bodied men to fight.
Usage tips
Historical
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Context Specific
'Ban' refers to rules that change depending on where you are; some places might ban things that others don't.
A ban on plastic straws might exist only in certain cities.
Pro Tip 2/2Awareness Importance
Knowing local bans is important to avoid accidentally breaking a law, like a ban on chewing gum in Singapore.
Check for a local alcohol ban before planning a beach party.
Pro Tip 1/2Context Specific
'Ban' refers to rules that change depending on where you are; some places might ban things that others don't.
A ban on plastic straws might exist only in certain cities.
Pro Tip 2/2Awareness Importance
Knowing local bans is important to avoid accidentally breaking a law, like a ban on chewing gum in Singapore.
Check for a local alcohol ban before planning a beach party.
Pro Tip 1/2Context Specific
'Ban' refers to rules that change depending on where you are; some places might ban things that others don't.
A ban on plastic straws might exist only in certain cities.
Pro Tip 2/2Awareness Importance
Knowing local bans is important to avoid accidentally breaking a law, like a ban on chewing gum in Singapore.
Check for a local alcohol ban before planning a beach party.
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The greatest TED Talk...
go any time I open up my medicine cabinet you will see ban deodorant well any time do an interview with someone I could say are you are you fresh enough for this interview are you are you ready look a little nervous I want to help you calm down so maybe you should maybe you should put some on for the interview this little offer you
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Launching a Food...
important that we talk about this stuff guys if we want progress we need to interrogate ourselves so apart from being banned from every single school in this district over a thousand schools aren't banned from right I've been working in fast food I'll be running a drive-through to tell that story I've
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The threat of invasive...
rarely considering the consequences. But now that we're learning more about the effects of invasive species on ecosystems, many governments closely monitor the transport of plants and animals, and ban the imports of certain organisms. But could the species with the most drastic environmental impact
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Why should you read...
reflects the author’s own complex life experiences and evolving ideas. As a young writer who left behind a promising military career, Fyodor had been attracted to ideas of socialism and reform, and joined a circle of intellectuals to discuss radical texts banned by the Imperial government.
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Will the ocean ever run...
about how, when, where, and how much fishing occurs, with restrictions on certain boats and equipment. Harmful practices, such as bottom trawling, can be banned altogether, and we can establish marine reserves closed to all fishing to help ecosystems restore themselves.
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The science of smog -...
Governments have tried many methods to tackle it, such as banning cars from driving for days at a time. As more than half of the world's population crowds into cities, considering a shift to mass transit and away from fossil fuels may allow us to breathe easier.
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How does fracking work?...
and cutting-edge technologies make it so accessible. But many countries and regions have already banned fracking in response to environmental concerns. It's undeniable that fracking has reshaped the energy landscape around the world,
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How reliable is your...
like, when should we use this mind technology? And should we ever ban its use? Therapists can't ethically plant false memories in the mind of their patients even if it would help the patient, but there's nothing to stop a parent
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Pangolins: The Most...
wildlife trade voted to ban all commercial trade in pangolins however these creatures continue to be poached at an alarming rate even causing a devastating crash in asian pangolin populations
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Snow Leopards: Ghosts in...
trophy hunting is banned within the surrey chat reserve helping to safeguard available food for snow leopards and preserve biodiversity but rangers are always on their guard check out this
Video examples
The greatest TED Talk...
go any time I open up my medicine cabinet you will see ban deodorant well any time do an interview with someone I could say are you are you fresh enough for this interview are you are you ready look a little nervous I want to help you calm down so maybe you should maybe you should put some on for the interview this little offer you
Video examples
Launching a Food...
important that we talk about this stuff guys if we want progress we need to interrogate ourselves so apart from being banned from every single school in this district over a thousand schools aren't banned from right I've been working in fast food I'll be running a drive-through to tell that story I've
Video examples
The threat of invasive...
rarely considering the consequences. But now that we're learning more about the effects of invasive species on ecosystems, many governments closely monitor the transport of plants and animals, and ban the imports of certain organisms. But could the species with the most drastic environmental impact
Video examples
Why should you read...
reflects the author’s own complex life experiences and evolving ideas. As a young writer who left behind a promising military career, Fyodor had been attracted to ideas of socialism and reform, and joined a circle of intellectuals to discuss radical texts banned by the Imperial government.
Video examples
Will the ocean ever run...
about how, when, where, and how much fishing occurs, with restrictions on certain boats and equipment. Harmful practices, such as bottom trawling, can be banned altogether, and we can establish marine reserves closed to all fishing to help ecosystems restore themselves.
Video examples
The science of smog -...
Governments have tried many methods to tackle it, such as banning cars from driving for days at a time. As more than half of the world's population crowds into cities, considering a shift to mass transit and away from fossil fuels may allow us to breathe easier.
Video examples
How does fracking work?...
and cutting-edge technologies make it so accessible. But many countries and regions have already banned fracking in response to environmental concerns. It's undeniable that fracking has reshaped the energy landscape around the world,
Video examples
How reliable is your...
like, when should we use this mind technology? And should we ever ban its use? Therapists can't ethically plant false memories in the mind of their patients even if it would help the patient, but there's nothing to stop a parent
Video examples
Pangolins: The Most...
wildlife trade voted to ban all commercial trade in pangolins however these creatures continue to be poached at an alarming rate even causing a devastating crash in asian pangolin populations
Video examples
Snow Leopards: Ghosts in...
trophy hunting is banned within the surrey chat reserve helping to safeguard available food for snow leopards and preserve biodiversity but rangers are always on their guard check out this
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Hans Urs von Balthasar
Swiss Theologian
Our situation today shows that beauty demands for itself at least as much courage and decision as do truth and goodness, and she will not allow herself to be separated and banned from her two sisters without taking them along with herself in an act of mysterious vengeance.
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Kat Timpf
American Writer
Don't like flag-burning? Fine. Hate flag-burning? Me too! The thing is, though, hating something doesn't always mean that the answer is to call on government powers to ban it - and, in fact, I'd say that that is rarely the best solution, especially when it comes to speech.
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O. J. Mayo
American Basketball Player
There are just so many substances that are considered banned substances because in some way it could help your performance on the court. As athletes, we should be responsible for what we put in our bodies.
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Martin Luther King III
American Activist
There is no one policy that can end gun violence. But a ban on the sale of assault weapons to the general public is a critical goal that must be achieved if we are ever going to have peaceful communities.
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Jeremy Corbyn
British Politician
The idea that somehow or other you can deal with all the problems in the world by banning a particular religious group from entering the U.S.A. is offensive and absurd.
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John Bishop
British Comedian
I just don't think it's acceptable that any animal should lose its life in pursuit of entertainment, which is also why I believe all blood sports should be banned.
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Asa Hutchinson
American Lawyer
You can have bans on assault weapons or whatever weapons you wish, and it's not going to protect from a violent person.
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Jerry Weller
American Politician
Ban partial-birth abortion except to save mother's life.
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Chuck Palahniuk
American Novelist
Few things in life seem more sexy than a banned book.
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Wayne LaPierre
American Activist
Once they ban rifles, they're gone forever.
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Hans Urs von Balthasar
Swiss Theologian
Our situation today shows that beauty demands for itself at least as much courage and decision as do truth and goodness, and she will not allow herself to be separated and banned from her two sisters without taking them along with herself in an act of mysterious vengeance.
Quote examples
Kat Timpf
American Writer
Don't like flag-burning? Fine. Hate flag-burning? Me too! The thing is, though, hating something doesn't always mean that the answer is to call on government powers to ban it - and, in fact, I'd say that that is rarely the best solution, especially when it comes to speech.
Quote examples
O. J. Mayo
American Basketball Player
There are just so many substances that are considered banned substances because in some way it could help your performance on the court. As athletes, we should be responsible for what we put in our bodies.
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Martin Luther King III
American Activist
There is no one policy that can end gun violence. But a ban on the sale of assault weapons to the general public is a critical goal that must be achieved if we are ever going to have peaceful communities.
Quote examples
Jeremy Corbyn
British Politician
The idea that somehow or other you can deal with all the problems in the world by banning a particular religious group from entering the U.S.A. is offensive and absurd.
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John Bishop
British Comedian
I just don't think it's acceptable that any animal should lose its life in pursuit of entertainment, which is also why I believe all blood sports should be banned.
Quote examples
Asa Hutchinson
American Lawyer
You can have bans on assault weapons or whatever weapons you wish, and it's not going to protect from a violent person.
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Jerry Weller
American Politician
Ban partial-birth abortion except to save mother's life.
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Chuck Palahniuk
American Novelist
Few things in life seem more sexy than a banned book.
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Wayne LaPierre
American Activist
Once they ban rifles, they're gone forever.
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