Fining
/ˈfaɪnɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of imposing a financial penalty for a breach of law or regulation.
The company faced fining for violating environmental regulations.
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Commentary
Use 'fining' to emphasize the enforcement action involving monetary penalties rather than the penalties themselves.
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