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violence

[vahy-uh-luhns] / ˈvaɪ ə ləns /


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A defence barrister submitted the accused is a "reasonable candidate for bail as there is nothing on record for violence or domestic abuse".

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

The program has allowed hundreds of thousands of Haitians to live and work legally in the United States due to violence and political instability back home.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

The judge said the defense psychologist and doctor relied on Lavie’s accounts, but there was little documentation to support her mental health claims and back her allegations of abuse and violence.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Turkish lawmakers on Monday voted through a bill offering limited amnesty for Kurdish PKK militants, a key step in the peace process that seeks to end decades of deadly violence.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

I was starting to wonder if Turkey Vulture liked violence and destruction.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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