harass
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This collapse of commerce is a consequence of Iran’s ability to harass civilian tankers so much that shipping companies no longer view the journey as worth the cost.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Prosecutors allege the defendant, a U.S. citizen, cooperated with Beijing to harass dissidents.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Otters are a protected species and it is an offence to deliberately or recklessly harass, capture, injure or kill them.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
In its annual threat assessment last year, the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation said "multiple foreign regimes" attempt to monitor, harass and intimidate Australians and Australian residents.
From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026
I suppose if you don’t want to believe it, all you have to do is say my sister wanted to be like Ellie, or she wanted to harass my mom.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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The Autobiography of Malcolm X
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