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
Academic researchers have identified hundreds of California women incarcerated for murder or manslaughter in cases that involved intimate partner violence.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 7, 2025
In California, about a quarter of women incarcerated for homicide are serving time for a crime directly linked to their experience of intimate partner violence.
From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2024
They are significantly less likely than females to seek mental health treatment or assistance for intimate partner violence.
From Salon ● Jan. 6, 2024
McBride says many who are pro-gun are also worried about accidental gun deaths, intimate partner violence and suicides.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 4, 2022
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