harassed

Example Sentences

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Kemish said his team had identified several groups from across Nottingham and West Bridgford who harassed the public and shop workers, and that some saw their behaviour as "pranks".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Mills told reporters Tuesday he has never sexually harassed his staff, that he’s not under indictment, and that “it was essentially just something where it was a bad breakup.”

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

The teen boys said they suffered nightmares, emotional problems and were harassed by other students for their reaction to the film.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Critics have said widespread mask usage makes it difficult to hold individual agents accountable for their actions, while administration officials say they can help protect officers from being attacked or harassed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Geeks who are harassed and humiliated should report the assaults and, perhaps using the possibilities of the Net, take their complaints farther if they are ignored or further victimized.

From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz