violent
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Analysts say the most obvious hole is the omission of violent far-right movements.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
"As part of the plan, a working group is developing guidance to support improvements in the recording and monitoring of violent incidents across local authorities and schools."
From BBC • May 18, 2026
But they also faced higher risks of violent crime, breathed dirtier air, and waited for the evening news to learn what was happening in the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Scientists believe they are created by some of the universe's most violent events, including supernova explosions, jets from black holes, and pulsars.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
Now they had firsthand accounts that volcanoes could—and did—erupt with violent lateral blasts as well as vertical blasts.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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