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Banning for Dummies

noun

pronunciation: 'bænɪŋ

What does Banning really mean?

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Hey there! So, when we talk about "banning," we're basically talking about something being not allowed or prohibited. It's like when you're not allowed to go into a certain place, or when a certain thing is not allowed to be used or sold. For example, if a school bans cell phones, that means students aren't allowed to use them in school.

But "banning" can also refer to officially or legally prohibiting something, like when a government bans a certain product or activity. It's like when a parent tells their child they're not allowed to eat candy before dinner. So, it's like setting a rule or a restriction.

Think of "banning" as a big red "No Entry" sign on something. It means that whatever is being banned is off-limits or forbidden. It's like when you're playing a game and there are certain rules you have to follow, and if you break those rules, you might get banned from playing. So, "banning" is basically putting a rule in place that says "you can't do that" or "you can't have that."

I hope that makes sense! Let me know if you have any other questions. Keep on asking, and I'll keep on explaining!

Revised and Fact checked by Daniel Clark on 2023-11-15 20:08:33

Banning In a sentece

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  • Smoking is banned in all indoor public places to protect people from secondhand smoke.
  • The school banned cell phones because they were causing too much distraction in class.
  • The government banned the use of plastic bags to reduce pollution in the environment.
  • The company banned employees from using social media during work hours to improve productivity.
  • The library banned food and drinks to keep the books and furniture clean and in good condition.

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