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brutality

[broo-tal-i-tee] / bruˈtæl ɪ ti /


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His movie expands on films of a similar nature, finding a sweet spot where themes of empathy, forgiveness, brutality and grace can be discussed with the attention they deserve.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

In a joint letter in January 2025, they appealed to Putin directly to look into allegations of brutality in his unit.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

But if you admire DaCosta’s brutality, please do watch “Hedda,” her take on Henrik Ibsen, which is getting a current Oscar push.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

The US-based Institute for the Study of War said authorities were using "an unprecedented level of brutality to suppress protests", noting reports of protest activity had sharply declined.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

Unless people are forced to confront their lies, their brutality, their wrongness, how are they supposed to put things right?

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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