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Violence is shaped by social norms, power dynamics and the behaviors that institutions reward, tolerate or condemn.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
Researchers describe three phases: the “go-go” years when you’re active and traveling, the “slow-go” years roughly from ages 70 to 84, and the “no-go” years shaped by health and end-of-life care.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 16, 2026
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- a reflection of
- forged in
- molded by
- defined by
- a product of
Possible Antonyms
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- a rejection of
- separate from
- breaking the mold of
- unaffected by
- independent of
