levy a fine

Frequency: 6.55.2 per million words

Formal term, often used for taxes or official charges.

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  • The court decided to levy a fine of $500 for the traffic violation.
  • Authorities will levy substantial fines on companies that violate environmental regulations.
  • The judge has the power to levy a fine up to $10,000 for contempt of court.
  • The tax office can levy fines on businesses that fail to submit returns on time.
  • Officials decided to levy a heavy fine on the corporation for safety violations.
  • The regulatory body will levy fines ranging from $1,000 to $50,000 for non-compliance.
  • Under the new law, courts can levy a fine of up to $25,000 for each offense.
  • The commission voted to levy maximum fines on all violators of the trade agreement.
  • Immigration authorities may levy a fine on employers who hire undocumented workers.
  • The council has decided to levy parking fines more strictly in the downtown area.