abusive language
Example Sentences
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“We were not using abusive language; we were using criticizing language,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
They include him not stealing, making threats, or using foul or abusive language and leaving shops when ordered.
From BBC ● Sep. 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
Ribbing the company and its policies are still within the rules, as long as they aren’t attacking individuals or using abusive language.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2024
And as the serang was well acquainted with the capabilities of English officers with regard to abusive language, he went away convinced that "Pondicherry" and "Hindustani" insults were perhaps taught in English schools after all.
From A Tramp's Notebook by Morley Roberts
