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Prohibit

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To formally forbid or prevent someone from doing something.

Sense 1:

Usage: The school prohibits students from using their cell phones during class.

Sample Sentence 1: The company's policy prohibits employees from sharing confidential information with anyone outside of the organization.

Sample Sentence 2: The city council passed a new law to prohibit smoking in all public parks.

Sense 2:

Usage: The law prohibits the sale of alcohol to anyone under the age of 18.

Sample Sentence 1: The sign at the entrance of the amusement park clearly states that outside food and beverages are prohibited.

Sample Sentence 2: The airline company strictly prohibits passengers from carrying any hazardous materials inside their luggage.

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