- present participle of bully.
bullying
Example Sentences
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In the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, which has long limited outside influence, viral videos of school bullying have triggered debate over social media's erosion of traditional values.
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
Together with police, it announced a review of school security protocols, bullying policies, and student behavioural monitoring systems.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
“While we cannot comment on the specific allegations contained in the lawsuit, Redlands Unified takes concerns involving discrimination, harassment, bullying, and student well-being seriously,” the spokesperson said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
But O’Donnell has refused to be cowed by the president’s bullying for nearly 20 years.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
More than that, I had proof that he was sincere in his efforts to quash bullying.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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