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violent

[vahy-uh-luhnt, vahy-luhnt] / ˈvaɪ ə lənt, ˈvaɪ lənt /




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This year, the company is expanding a safety tool so it blocks gore or violent images sent to kids via messages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Fast facts: A grizzled version of the title character is played by Hugh Jackman in this drama, which reimagines the altruistic thief as an aging man grappling with his violent past.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

It will also target "feudalistic themes, violent revenge content, vulgar titles and copyright infringement", the statement read.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Fujimori, seeking the presidency in her fourth attempt, has campaigned on a hardline security platform, promising military deployments and tougher prisons to confront rising extortion and violent crime.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

She stared at herself in the mirror, reached for her mother’s eyeliner, and made violent swipes on her cheeks.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi




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