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Harassment

Definition

(formal, often negative) The act of repeatedly annoying, threatening, or attacking someone, especially because of their sex, race, or other personal characteristics; behavior intended to disturb or upset someone.

Example Sentences

1The company has a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment in the workplace.
2Does the law adequately protect victims of online harassment and cyberbullying?
3The union alleged that the management's behavior constituted harassment and filed a formal complaint.
4To prevent harassment, many universities have implemented strict codes of conduct for students and staff.
5There is a growing concern that the new legislation may not effectively address the issue of harassment in public spaces.

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