My husband has brought the leaders of the trouble before the people's council and they have decreed the proper punishment.

Removing a person's right to vote is not a proper punishment for crime, and as such, it's unjust.

He made a mental note to find a proper punishment for them, but most of his rage had already dissipated.

When all the facts are in, I'll get outraged if proper punishment isn't administered.

I drove them away long enough to give him proper punishment for his impertinence.

Several chiefs were discussing a proper punishment for stealing food.

It was proper and fitting punishment, exactly what they deserved.

He didn't trust himself to administer the proper punishment at this time.

If your arms have held her for no more than proper punishment and expressions of love, why does she seek to run from you?

The third reply was in answer to questions about the proper punishment of church robbers.