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impose a fine

Definition:

Verb Phrase

To officially establish a monetary penalty as punishment or penalty for a legal violation or offense.

Sense 1:

Usage: Legal

Definition: To levy or prescribe a monetary punishment for a violation of the law.

Example Sentence: The judge decided to impose a fine of $500 for the traffic violation.

Sense 2:

Usage: Informal

Definition: To require someone to pay a specific amount of money as a punishment or penalty for an offense or wrongdoing.

Example Sentence: The library may impose a fine for late returns of borrowed books.

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