: the action of hazing
especially
: an initiation process involving harassment
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In Ohio, Collin's Law makes general hazing a misdemeanor and any hazing involving drugs or alcohol a third-degree felony.
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Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Opponents argue that non-lethal tools like bear-proof trash cans, fencing, and hazing should be used instead.
—Maria Davidson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Leoni said the assault Beam faced is another example of a culture of harassment and hazing that is tacitly allowed by CDCR.
CDCR did not respond to questions about Beam’s allegations, citing its policy to not comment on pending litigation.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
If using fencing, an electric wire at the top and bottom of fencing can discourage coyotes but won’t harm them, says Owen.
Use hazing techniques to chase a coyote out of your yard.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2025
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Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Opponents argue that non-lethal tools like bear-proof trash cans, fencing, and hazing should be used instead.
—Maria Davidson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Leoni said the assault Beam faced is another example of a culture of harassment and hazing that is tacitly allowed by CDCR.
CDCR did not respond to questions about Beam’s allegations, citing its policy to not comment on pending litigation.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
If using fencing, an electric wire at the top and bottom of fencing can discourage coyotes but won’t harm them, says Owen.
Use hazing techniques to chase a coyote out of your yard.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2025
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“Hazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hazing. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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