Example Sentences

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They argued in court that both men had abused their government positions and contacts to favour businessman Victor de Aldama, who has already admitted his role in the vast and complex affair.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

EU officials said in 2009 that the chip maker had abused its dominance in the market for x86 computer chips by paying manufacturers to halt or delay the launch of specific products with competing chips.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

The Commission concluded Google had abused its dominance to prevent websites from using brokers other than AdSense when they were seeking adverts for their web pages.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2024

Baldwin’s attorneys argued during a court hearing Friday that special prosecutor Kari T. Morrissey had abused her power by allegedly withholding “significant evidence,” including witnesses favorable to Baldwin, during a January grand jury proceeding.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2024

I felt as though I had abused my power.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela