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ban

Pronunciation: [bæn]

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Learn how to use ban in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “prohibition”

(verb) to officially say that something is not allowed. When something is banned, you cannot do it or use it legally anymore.

Example

The school decided to ban chewing gum to keep the hallways clean.

Example

They did not ban the use of phones, so students kept using them in class.

Example

Why did the city decide to ban fireworks during the festival?

Context: “prohibition”

(noun) an official order that says something is not allowed. A ban means you cannot do or have something anymore.

Example

There is a ban on smoking in all public places in the city.

Example

Without a ban, people can smoke wherever they want.

Example

What activities are included in the ban on loud noises at night?

How to pronounce ban

Pronunciation: [bæn]

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