It is very formal so used often in legal terms or notices. It does not come up in conversation very much - unless you are giving a set of instructions. 'Swimming is prohibited in this lake.'

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smoking was prohibited from here so you cant . ı prohibit myself from stay late and get up late

I prohibit my children from leaving the house without telling me. I prohibit you from smoking in here. I am prohibited from shopping with credit. My dog is prohibited from coming upstairs because he pooed here earlier.

- They are prohibited from smuggling the endangered predators here. - Political and pornography are prohibited imported products in all Muslim countries. - You cannot ship the items like alcohol and coffee because they are prohibited here. Please check for me. Thanks a lot. :)