1
as in brutality
the use of brute strength to cause harm to a person or property
an act of violence caused the window to be shattered
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2
as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
taken aback by the violence of her denial of any wrongdoing
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3
as in emotion
depth of feeling
some people were taken aback by the violence with which the magazine's art critic attacked the exhibition
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Recent Examples of violence
Since the start of the war, Jewish communities around the world have reported increases in antisemitic violence.
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Julia Frankel and Leo Correa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Women belonging to ethnic and religious minorities experienced distinct harms that were compounded by pre-existing discrimination and violence against them - as women and as minorities.
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
According to Us Weekly, in April 2021, Matt pleaded guilty to one count of domestic battery with corporal injury of a spouse and guilty to one felony count of false imprisonment by menace, violence, fraud or deceit.
—Diane J. Cho, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
In 2021, a string of attacks occurred near the country’s northern border, but the violence has been largely contained after Ivorian authorities, Western governments and aid groups rushed into this impoverished and isolated part of the country with military build up and development projects.
—Monika Pronczuk and Misper Apawu, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2025
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Julia Frankel and Leo Correa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Women belonging to ethnic and religious minorities experienced distinct harms that were compounded by pre-existing discrimination and violence against them - as women and as minorities.
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
According to Us Weekly, in April 2021, Matt pleaded guilty to one count of domestic battery with corporal injury of a spouse and guilty to one felony count of false imprisonment by menace, violence, fraud or deceit.
—Diane J. Cho, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
In 2021, a string of attacks occurred near the country’s northern border, but the violence has been largely contained after Ivorian authorities, Western governments and aid groups rushed into this impoverished and isolated part of the country with military build up and development projects.
—Monika Pronczuk and Misper Apawu, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for violence
Noun
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Hate and rationalization of all the provenances of brutality.—
David Bezmozgis,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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The case has drawn national attention to issues of police brutality and racial bias, particularly in how law enforcement engages with individuals with disabilities.—
Essence,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Within a few years, the intensity and demands of their big lives and careers brought new pressure — and problems for the couple.—
Liz McNeil,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The Kp index — which provides a rough guide to the intensity of aurora displays — may reach 6, which will see the auroral oval stretch farther south.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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More than fifty years ago, any semi-sentient being could recognize the dangers of forcing minors to work gruelling hours performing emotions for the delectation of large and unseen audiences, long before their brains had finished developing.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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Instead of scanning for signs of danger, try slowing down and tuning into your own body and emotions first.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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This isn't the first time Monk has suffered a major injury late in the season.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, in just his third game of the season following a return from the IL due to a right hamstring injury, Tauchman re-injured his leg.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Johnson and Blunt brought Scorsese and DiCaprio the initial concept for the film, which was met with immediate enthusiasm.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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In a discussion with Collider in August 2024, co-creator, writer and producer Bill Lawrence emphasized the collective enthusiasm among the cast and crew to continue with season 4 if given the opportunity.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Beijing has also softened its regulatory assault on Chinese technology companies and the property sector.—
Jacky Wong,
WSJ,
6 Feb. 2023
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Zelenskyy has warned for weeks that Moscow aims to step up its assault after about two months of virtual stalemate along the front line that stretches across the south and east.—
Reuters,
NBC News,
31 Jan. 2023
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The suspect is now facing charges of assault with bodily injury with a previous conviction, injury to the elderly, continuous violence against family, resisting arrest and terror threat of family, McLennan County Jail records seen by PEOPLE show.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The report was commissioned after the deadly New Year's Day terror attack on Bourbon Street when a man intentionally drove a pickup truck into a crowd of revelers.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Gobi and Masterpiece jackets is a balance of warmth and mobility, while the Cloud jacket and Anya puffer provide lightweight options for active lifestyles.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Tropical plants, like peace lilies and bamboo palms, prefer warmth and humidity, while succulents, like aloe vera, thrive in drier environments.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Violence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/violence. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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