intimate partner violence
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of intimate partner violence
First recorded in 1985–90
Example Sentences
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"For countless people, especially those who live in rural areas, face intimate partner violence, or live with disabilities, losing a telemedicine option will mean losing access to this vital medication altogether," she added.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs told local radio stations that police do not believe the deaths were the result of domestic or intimate partner violence.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2024
The report on intimate partner violence is a follow-up to the California Statewide Study of People Experiencing Homelessness published in June.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2024
They are significantly less likely than females to seek mental health treatment or assistance for intimate partner violence.
From Salon • Jan. 6, 2024
They include screening for breast cancer, cervical cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, hepatitis B and C, HIV, STIs, intimate partner violence, elder abuse, tuberculosis, and osteoporosis; prevention of cardiovascular disease; and coverage of PrEP.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2023
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