sexual assault

[sek-shoo-uhl uh-sawlt] / ˈsɛk ʃu əl əˈsɔlt /

NOUN

sex crime

Synonyms

STRONGEST

molestation rape violation

WEAK

carnal abuse date rape forcible intercourse grope ravishment sex crime sexual abuse sexual offense unlawful sexual intercourse

Example Sentences

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The law made verbal consent, or the lack thereof, the key factor in cases of alleged sexual assault.

From Washington Times

Wares, 83, is facing two charges of sexual assault at a Cape Town school.

From BBC

Prince Andrew, who reached a settlement with Virginia Giuffre last year after allegations of sexual assault, is no longer a "working royal", so it remains uncertain what part he might play in his brother's coronation.

From BBC

The CBI and its future are under the spotlight following claims of misconduct, including sexual assault.

From BBC

That lawsuit also accuses Trump of battery, a claim made possible by changes in New York sexual assault law.

From Washington Post