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abusive

[uh-byoo-siv] / əˈbyu sɪv /


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On the legal merits, this settlement and proposed $1.776 billion fund are different from a normal case against abusive government.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

“We have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to fraud, abusive trading practices and manipulation, and anyone who engages in that behavior will face the full force of the law,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

He also urged social media platforms to take swift action over abusive messages.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

In a Spanish-language statement, he called the sanctions "illegal" and "abusive."

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Realizing that he was up against two big, competent mice who would stand no nonsense, he became abusive and bad-mouthed.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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