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time-out

Part of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Sense 1 (Noun):

A disciplinary technique used in behavior management, where a person, typically a child, is temporarily separated from the rest of the group or activity as a consequence for their misbehavior.

Sample Sentence 1:

In order to calm down and reflect on his actions, the teacher gave the disruptive student a time-out for ten minutes.

Sample Sentence 2:

The mother explained to her toddler that if he continued throwing tantrums, he would have to take a time-out in his room.

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Sense 2 (Verb):

To enforce or implement a time-out as a disciplinary action.

Sample Sentence 1:

The teacher decided to time-out the continuously disruptive student in order to maintain a peaceful classroom environment.

Sample Sentence 2:

Parents may use time-out as a strategy to help their child understand the consequences of their behavior.

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