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revenge porn

American

noun

sexually suggestive images of someone, typically a former romantic partner, that are posted online or otherwise shared without the person's consent.

Etymology

Origin of revenge porn

First recorded in 2005–10

Example Sentences

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Cases “still are underreported, under-investigated and under-prosecuted,” said Carrie Goldberg, one of the first lawyers to pursue cases of revenge porn and deepfakes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

So were more than eight in 10 stalking and revenge porn charges, and more than six in 10 harassment charges, it said.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

The revenge porn law was enacted in 2019, while the trafficking law came on the books in 2007.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2024

Attorney Mark Nicholson, who specializes in revenge porn cases, interviewed Seales and hired her to work on his firm’s podcast.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 10, 2023

Already, 46 US states have laws banning revenge porn, and I’d love to see judges take those for a test drive.

From Salon • Nov. 21, 2023

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