hefty penalty
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a severe punishment, often financial, for breaking a rule or contract
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- Companies that pollute the river face a hefty penalty.
- Breaking the contract early incurs a hefty penalty.
- He had to pay a hefty penalty for his mistake.
- The bank charged a hefty penalty for the late payment.
- There is a hefty penalty for withdrawing funds before maturity.
- The team suffered a hefty penalty for the rules violation.
- Avoiding taxes can lead to a very hefty penalty.
- The court imposed a hefty penalty on the corporation.
- Violating the terms of service results in a hefty penalty.
- She faced a hefty penalty for cancelling the booking last minute.