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violence

[vahy-uh-luhns] / ˈvaɪ ə ləns /


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“The Beverly Hills Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety of our community and holding those responsible for violence accountable.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Niger has been ruled for three years by a military junta that has struggled to contain jihadist violence, which has blighted the west African country for around a decade.

From Barron's Aug. 29, 2026

The amount pledged by Callaway to support organizations working to prevent violence against women.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

She mentioned a bill to protect women against gender-based violence, which she said was being reviewed by the prime minister.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

Her eldest daughter endeavoured to give some relief to the violence of these transports, by leading her thoughts to the obligations which Mr. Gardiner’s behaviour laid them all under.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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