abusive language
Example Sentences
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The ban could have been longer if there was evidence of abusive language.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
Ribbing the company and its policies are still within the rules, as long as they aren’t attacking individuals or using abusive language.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2024
Per ABC, Scotland's new Hate Crime and Public Order Act makes it unlawful to incite hatred via threatening or abusive language on the basis age, disability, religion, sexual orientation and transgender identity.
From Salon ● Apr. 1, 2024
While complaints about officers’ use of disrespectful and abusive language toward civilians are nothing new, discipline in such cases is rare.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 4, 2023
The Count had not heard this abusive language, but a glance at the woman's face was enough to show him that she was nursing angry passions.
From The Basket of Flowers by Charlton, Watson
