
Interdiction
Legal Authority
The term implies enforcement by a governing body or court with the authority to ban activities.

To protect endangered species, the government issued an interdiction on hunting.
Serious Consequence
Interdiction in legal context suggests a serious offense with potential legal penalties.

The company faced interdiction for violating environmental regulations.
Officially Enforced
It is not just a suggestion but a formal restriction that must be followed by law.

An interdiction on smoking in public places was implemented citywide.
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BanBarrierEmbargoInterferenceObstructionPreventionProhibitionRestriction
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