cyberbullying
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cyberbullying
First recorded in 2000–05; cyberbully + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Cyberbullying has also become a money-making gig for some, Kim Hern-sik told the BBC.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2025
Cyberbullying is, and should be, taken seriously at many schools, but that only works if kids report it.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2024
Cyberbullying can also affect how a student does in school.
From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 26, 2018
Cyberbullying has been around nearly as long as the Internet, and teens have taken conflicts and taunts to social media on platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, as well as via text messages.
From Washington Post • Dec. 8, 2015
Cyberbullying and sharing too much personal information are problems that have come along with the conveniences of new technologies.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2012
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