brutality

Example Sentences

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Ryan Coogler launched his career with an indie look at police brutality in America.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

In a joint letter in January 2025, they appealed to Putin directly to look into allegations of brutality in his unit.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

Like Marge, they refute brutality and rally against it.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

But if you admire DaCosta’s brutality, please do watch “Hedda,” her take on Henrik Ibsen, which is getting a current Oscar push.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 15, 2026

But, to her surprise, his face, awake and animate, conveyed none of the brutality that had been her first impression.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor