oppression

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Schumer in his statement, noted that “Iran’s malign regional activities, nuclear ambitions, and harsh oppression of the Iranian people demands American strength, resolve, regional coordination, and strategic clarity.”

From Slate • Mar. 4, 2026

Implicit in the articles is the sense that there may be a kernel of something good in a society that enables individuals to rise above oppression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

"My whole family is over there in Venezuela, and honestly, it's tough. Really, really tough, everything that's happening there. All the hardships they're facing...all the oppression."

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

It stated that Kurds were "an essential and integral part" of Syria, where they have endured decades of oppression under previous rulers.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

My response to oppression was the same as always: to squeeze my hands as tight as I could and press them against my sides to push the fear back.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals