impunity
nounFreedom from punishment or adverse consequences for wrongdoing.
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nounA less strict or severe approach to rules or punishment.
punitive
adjectiveIntended to impose punishment or a penalty.
recidivism
nounA return to criminal behavior after a previous offense or punishment.
reprieve
nounA temporary suspension of punishment or a brief relief from difficulty.
retribution
nounPunishment imposed in response to wrongdoing.
sanction
nounOfficial authorization; also a penalty used to enforce a rule.
Official permission
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