abusive language
Example Sentences
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"The reference to foul and abusive language only applies if it is causing harassment, alarm or distress to another person - not if it is casual swearing."
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025
He was ejected from the game for abusive language after arguing that Laferriere had struck him in the head and deserved a major penalty.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2024
Per ABC, Scotland's new Hate Crime and Public Order Act makes it unlawful to incite hatred via threatening or abusive language on the basis age, disability, religion, sexual orientation and transgender identity.
From Salon • Apr. 1, 2024
Ms. Huang acknowledged posting the names, but denied using abusive language.
From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2023
A taxi-driver who knocked a man down in Gracechurch Street has summoned him for using abusive language.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 159, 1920-11-03 by Seaman, Owen, Sir
