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

"Raising awareness, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of domestic violence survivors – and all survivors – is a goal that we stand behind."

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Soto-Martínez believes in housing and services first — addressing the issues that often exacerbate homelessness, such as mental illness, drug addiction and domestic violence, while also keeping people housed.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

McKinney criticized Feldstein Soto for dismantling specialized units in her office, including those focused on domestic violence and gangs and guns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

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

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

In fact, nationwide, most women on death row are awaiting execution for a family crime involving an allegation of child abuse or domestic violence involving a male partner.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson