株連蔓引
Reading: しゅれんまんいん
Meaning: to punish all related parties
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Example Sentence
The authorities subjected the rebel and his family to collective punishment.
Usage Notes
Describes the practice of punishing not just the main culprit but also all associated people. Often used in historical or legal contexts.
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