abuse
Example Sentences
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"Our work is just beginning, and we will pursue justice for every individual who participated in the abuse of women and girls."
From BBC
Many say stronger action is needed to combat emerging issues, such as job disruption, online abuse and the electricity demands of data centres.
From Barron's
He added that if the department learns of abuse by men and has “evidence that allows us to prosecute them, you better believe we will.”
"Anyone who minimizes violence against women and girls is not voicing an isolated opinion, but revealing a complacent attitude toward abuse," the center said in a statement.
From Barron's
"Anyone who minimizes violence against women and girls is not voicing an isolated opinion, but revealing a complacent attitude toward abuse," the center said in a statement.
From Barron's
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