abusive
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The commission has had several run-ins with Meta as part of a broader clampdown on abusive Big Tech practices.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Manifold denies being abusive, stating his dismissal resulted from a backlash against his efforts to cut costs and challenge excess.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
The Wall Street Journal reported allegations of Manifold being verbally abusive and mishandling company information, which he disputes.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
"Over 200 abusive comments were posted on my page, and the reporting mechanisms are simply not good enough," he said.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
While I do think certain individuals are disposed to crime because of their genetic inheritance or an abusive upbringing, I am convinced that apartheid turned many otherwise law-abiding citizens into criminals.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
Vocabulary lists containing abusive
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