victim
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Delivering a victim impact statement in court, Susanna held back tears as she hailed her daughter as "optimistic, inclusive, and full of fun".
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
"This government is also investing more than half a billion pounds into victim support services to help more victims than ever through the justice system."
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
In one case, a victim requested a review of the decision to take no action.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
On the other hand, he said, “insurance companies have not historically been great investors,” and “if you’re a hurricane victim and you need a place to sleep tomorrow, you need the cash right now.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The president had hoped there would at least be a chance to talk things through with Khrushchev, but the man insisted on playing the victim, putting on a show.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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