abusing

Example Sentences

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Former England boss Eddie Jones has been fined and suspended as head coach of Japan for abusing match officials during an under-23 tour of Australia last month.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“By agreeing to this settlement, and waiving their right to appeal, Justin Baldoni and every individual defendant now face personal liability for abusing the legal system to silence and intimidate Ms. Lively,” the attorneys said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Brockman wrote a lengthy piece of feedback for Daniela accusing her of abusing her power to create bureaucratic processes to get her way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Last year, Apple lost a lawsuit in London for abusing its dominant position and charging excessive commissions on its in-house App Store.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

“Upon my word, Emma, to hear you abusing the reason you have, is almost enough to make me think so too. Better be without sense, than misapply it as you do.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen