The play was initially banned from production in South Africa.
The new law, which was expected particularly to affect Catholics, would initially ban religious instruction during normal school hours.
And Molly, initially banned to the kitchen at night, was soon snoring on the floor by my mother's bed.
The movie was initially banned but was eventually released in 1952.
The film was initially banned as a video nasty.
Though initially banned in some countries, the original artwork was quite popular and collectible.
To reinforce this arms embargo, Iraqi oil exports were initially banned.
As a result of its handling of both these issues, the film was initially banned and had to be revised.
Players who decided to play in Mexico in the mid-40's without the blessing of major league baseball were initially banned for life.
Under Allied occupation all organizations, including sports clubs and associations, were initially banned.