hazing

Example Sentences

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But Mr. Warsh knows this hazing is what he signed up for.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

But the objects of his hazing are publicly unfazed.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

We were then, indeed, challenged and tested, with a slew of activities that added up to little more than a light hazing to bond us.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2025

The report said the department lacks written policies and procedures to inform officers of all ranks about what exactly constitutes hazing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2024

Sometimes I think high school is one long hazing activity: if you are tough enough to survive this, they’ll let you become an adult.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson