hate crime

Example Sentences

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In 2019, he took heat from other Jersey political leaders for quickly condemning a deadly local shooting at a kosher grocery store as a hate crime.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

But prosecutors said the case does not currently include hate crime allegations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

He welcomed "positive steps" to fight antisemitism by the Australian government, which has introduced tougher gun and hate crime laws since the attack.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

"If a party worker indulges in hate speech or a hate crime, the ruling party may not sanction prosecution. Under this law, the government cannot intervene," the official said.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

“I assume this qualifies as a hate crime and that the police will be pursuing every lead with all their formidable resources?”

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed