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Cruelty

Definition

The state of being cruel; the quality of causing or taking pleasure in the suffering of others, especially in a deliberate and intentional way.

Example Sentences

1The animal welfare organization condemned the cruelty of the puppy mill owners who kept dogs in inhumane conditions.
2Is there a correlation between exposure to media violence and an increase in cruelty towards others?
3The judge was shocked by the cruelty of the crime and sentenced the perpetrator to life imprisonment.
4If you witness cruelty to animals, report it to the local authorities immediately.
5The documentary exposed the cruelty of the factory farming industry and its impact on animal welfare.

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