violence

Example Sentences

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The defense put the onus for the violence on Crook.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The convicted man took the case to the Supreme Court, arguing that there had been no violence or intimidation in his interaction with the woman.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Pope Leo XIV said he hoped US President Donald Trump was looking to end the war in the Middle East and called for a halt to the violence.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

When governments allow themselves to be drawn into war by intolerance or the arrogance of power, they plant the seeds of resentment that yield more hatred and violence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Her eldest daughter endeavoured to give some relief to the violence of these transports, by leading her thoughts to the obligations which Mr. Gardiner’s behaviour laid them all under.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen