abusive language

Example Sentences

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He was ejected from the game for abusive language after arguing that Laferriere had struck him in the head and deserved a major penalty.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2024

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

The current rules say MPs should not use abusive language in the chamber - and the Speaker can demand that an MP withdraw words deemed to be "unparliamentary".

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2023

The fool who is angered, and thinks to triumph by the use of abusive language, is always vanquished by him whose words are patient.—Udanavarga.

From The Essence of Buddhism by Various