domestic violence

American  

1. acts of violence or abuse against a person living in one's household, especially a member of one's immediate family.

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Example Sentences

Wright, who's also been a vocal advocate for women's football and spoken out about domestic violence, received an OBE from Prince William in 2023 for his work.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Ashouri, 43, said she is the only candidate to work within the city attorney’s criminal branch, handling cases involving guns, drunk driving and domestic violence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

A review hearing is set for June, once mental health and domestic violence assessments of Paul and Mortensen ordered as part of the safety plan by child protective services have been completed and processed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

I say women because domestic violence is a gender-based crime, and it predominantly affects women.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

There was no domestic violence conviction, they’re saying now.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins