Example Sentences

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Unlike another person who may eventually challenge troubling thoughts or establish boundaries, an AI system could continue validating stories involving victimhood, revenge, or entitlement.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

But instead of drowning in victimhood, she wants to understand her vulnerability and strength.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Mental-health professionals have suggested his behavior resembles addiction — chronic victimhood, manipulation and what I’ve heard called “dry begging.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

It isn’t not about identity, grievance or victimhood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

Robin beats the air with her fists and yells, “Cory, Cory, stop being a victiml” Thievery is nothing, apparently, compared to the crime of victimhood.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich