abused
Example Sentences
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During the sentencing, Judge Jessica Peterson offered an optimistic message to those whom Chasing Horse abused, and those who supported them in court, noting “you can take back your power.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Mr. Bielenia’s Ignac is the General’s opposite—unsure, abused, desperate to secure his inheritance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
They also told how Patel abused a trip to Windsor Castle to meet King Charles with a group of both American and British law enforcement agents.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
Perhaps because of its size, scammers have long abused the Booking.com platform to target customers.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
It looked eerily similar in design to the boys’ locker room at Burnt Mill Creek High School, except this one was just a little more battered and abused.
From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith
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