persecuted
Example Sentences
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He testified that he had fled his native Cuba in 2024 after protesting against the government, for which he was jailed, surveilled and persecuted.
From Los Angeles Times
Further investigation revealed a place of worship that evolved as Christians went from being a persecuted minority to enjoying the backing of the Roman Empire.
The Hungarian government has a special office to support persecuted Christians around the world.
From BBC
The group says recent studies have shown that a “sizable number” of Swiss citizens were victims of the Nazi regime, “persecuted because they were, for example, Jews, socialists, Sinti or Roma.”
From Seattle Times
The elephants have been so persecuted by people that they're terrified and dangerous because some feel that they must retaliate against all humans.
From Salon
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