Debar

usgb/dɪˈbɑːr/
verb

To prevent someone from doing something or going somewhere.

He was debarred from driving for a year because he was caught drunk driving.
Visual representation of "debar" - To prevent someone from doing something or going somewhere.

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  • debarred from driving
  • debarred from voting
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General Prohibition

Used when someone is generally blocked from an action or a place due to rules or punishment.

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After the fight, he was debarred from the club permanently.
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Temporary Restriction

Debar can imply a temporary ban, often associated with a specific time frame or condition.

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She was debarred from the library until her fines were paid.
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Consequence Severity

Highlights serious consequences, stressing the gravity of being debarred.

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Debarred from competition, the athlete's career was at stake.
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