persecute

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.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, AfD figures have frequently complained that they are demonised and persecuted by a biased media and establishment.

From BBC

That's why the election of Barack Obama as president was regarded as an apocalyptic event in the white evangelical community, giving rise to hysterical claims that Christians are being "persecuted."

From Salon

"I can't feel how they feel about being persecuted in their countries, about knowing that they are living under the threat of death if they live their authentic selves where they are."

From BBC