Sentence, Issue a Fine or Punishment

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Games, Group 943, Puzzle 3 (Deathmatch).

Question is: Sentence, Issue a Fine or Punishment

and the answer is: PENALIZE

Word Meaning:

PENALIZE — (transitive) To subject to a penalty, especially for the infringement of a rule or regulation.

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