abuse
Example Sentences
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Colón did not explain how many investigations of abuse could have been funded by money spent on the airfare and accommodations for her entourage.
From Salon
Often, she has to listen to the most outlandish conspiracy theories and, on one occasion, she recalls being verbally abused.
From BBC
"Hannibal will receive the full backing from the club and from the Burnley fans, who we have already seen condemning the abuse. There is no room for racism."
From BBC
Hot topics discussed included AI's potential societal benefits, such as drug discovery and translation tools, but also the threat of job losses, online abuse and the heavy power consumption of data centres.
From Barron's
Evaluate other undocumented people residing in the U.S. on a discretionary basis, with a presumption in favor of residency rights if they’re employed, have paid taxes, and haven’t abused the welfare system.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
