persecution

Example Sentences

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An increasing number of Chinese citizens have tried to relocate abroad, whether to seek new opportunities or evade political persecution.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

"We hypothesize that certain species with poorer general population health, specifically rattlesnakes with historic and current increased risks of human persecution, are likely more susceptible to infection with subsequent disease," said Mishin.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Shooting organisations strongly deny persecution is widespread across the industry.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The Goldrich will open with a museum exhibition titled “Meet Your Neighbor,” amplifying diverse L.A. communities and featuring stories of Angelenos and their ancestors who resettled, immigrated or sought refuge from persecution and violence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

This means that the Negro has been allowed to stand on his own merit; he has not been patronized as a dependent, neither has he met enmity and persecution because of his success or failure.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson