brutality
Example Sentences
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Throw in the fact that Ryan Coogler’s historical horror smash “Sinners” was up for a record 16 awards, and genuine, defiant progress in the face of constant inhuman brutality seemed like a real possibility.
From Salon
Crump is known for representing relatives of victims of high-profile police brutality cases.
From Los Angeles Times
Anyone lampooned with a scintilla of brutality knows that an appearance can temporarily inoculate against accusations of humorlessness.
From Salon
In a joint letter in January 2025, they appealed to Putin directly to look into allegations of brutality in his unit.
From BBC
The author is also refreshingly clear-eyed in criticizing the brutality of the Paul Kagame regime in Rwanda, for instance, and commendably avoids the usual endorsement of any autocrats who produce high growth.
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