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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
The mansion’s goings-on were evidence that Hefner had amassed enough money and prestige to get his way, even when his way defied social norms, public-health best practices, and the law.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
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- codes of conduct
- societal expectations
- unwritten rules
Possible Antonyms
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- going against the grain
- unacceptable behavior
- breaking taboo
- social faux pas
