Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

This is a declaration that faith is not on the side of persecuting the most vulnerable communities.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026

In October 1986, when he was 5 years old and growing up in Houston, his father, a biochemist and ardent communist, became convinced the FBI was persecuting him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2024

Ding's wife Luo Shengchun also called for the state to "stop persecuting Li Qiaochu".

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2023

"It's disappointing that it has not happened. At the very least, we had hoped that they would just leave us alone, not be actively persecuting us."

From Reuters • Aug. 21, 2023

“Lance, have you heard the news? A messenger has just arrived to say that this girl who is persecuting you is on her way to court, bringing the baby. She will be here this evening.”

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White