persecute
Example Sentences
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Roman North Africa went from a place where Christians were persecuted to a region known for its devotion.
In Perpetua’s lifetime, Christians were a tiny and sometimes persecuted minority, but after the conversion of Emperor Constantine in the early fourth century, the Roman Empire came under Christian rule.
Mary asserts her right to the English crown and her belief that she was being persecuted for her Catholic faith.
From BBC
The guidance also said the U.S. needs to receive credible diplomatic assurances that the deported people will not be persecuted or tortured.
From Los Angeles Times
Further investigation revealed a place of worship that evolved as Christians went from being a persecuted minority to enjoying the backing of the Roman Empire.
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