cruelty

Example Sentences

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No deliberate cruelty wounds this dreamy girl, only carelessness and the cataclysm of her mother’s death, which signals “the last day of childhood.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Use of fur in the global fashion industry has dramatically fallen in recent years due to concerns about animal cruelty, changing trends and new synthetic alternatives.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

"Now, with the child cruelty register, we are building on that progress, giving safeguarding teams the tools and visibility they need to prevent further abuse," said Paula.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Wars produce cruelty that falls hardest on those with the least power.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026

I’d write about the cruelty of the parents who wouldn't let their children play with her.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English