victim

Example Sentences

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After the bite, an acquaintance quickly headed to a hospital with the victim and, while driving, calling 911.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

DiDonato plays the waitress Tereza, the mother of a shooting victim who unexpectedly finds herself at the wedding, serving wine to family members she met after the tragedy but who don't recognize her.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

In a victim personal statement, Edwards said he had trouble sleeping, suffered nightmares and now struggled with social situations.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

And, while enthusiastically embracing the therapist’s narrative, the majority persistently portrays her as a victim of Colorado’s attack on her free speech.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

She can’t be the villain if she’s the victim.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman