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bullying

[bool-ee-ing] / ˈbʊl i ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
domineering
Synonyms


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Internal complaints—about anything from bullying and policy violations to performance issues and workplace violence—are surfacing with increasing frequency, data suggest.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

TikTok has since banned his account for breaching its rules on bullying and harassment.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Third, research on bullying indicates that youth who observe bullying behavior from and between adults are more likely to engage in it.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

Data from the National Center for Education Statistics show that there has been a long-term decline in bullying at U.S. schools since the 2010s.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

“Is someone bullying you, Isaiah?” asks Mr. Tobin.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist




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