cyberbullying
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cyberbullying
First recorded in 2000–05; cyberbully + -ing 1
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The 20th century text is updated with notes on cyberbullying, viral videos , school shootings, conspiracy thinking, conservative populism, book banning and even beer pong.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
The regulator said minors’ private accounts could also be accessed through other users’ follower lists and that TikTok’s settings expose young people to cyberbullying and unwanted contact.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
"Evidence shows that social media can expose children to serious risks, including harmful content, cyberbullying, manipulation, contact from strangers, exploitation and excessive use," said Killean.
From BBC ● May 29, 2026
Lake Havasu City Police say they are investigating cyberbullying claims.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026
“Well, first off, the people who like my blog aren’t very good at cyberbullying, which is fine. I would hate to be liked by people who are good at it.”
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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