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victimhood

American  
[vik-tim-hood] / ˈvɪk tɪmˌhʊd /

noun

  1. the condition of being a victim; the status of a victim.


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Unlike another person who may eventually challenge troubling thoughts or establish boundaries, an AI system could continue validating stories involving victimhood, revenge, or entitlement.

From Science Daily May 11, 2026

One hand holding a microphone, the other arm tightly tucked across her chest, she retreated to her zones of rhetorical comfort: grievance, victimhood, outrage.

From Slate May 6, 2026

But instead of drowning in victimhood, she wants to understand her vulnerability and strength.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 16, 2026

He spoke of responsibility and self-determination and challenged wounded people not to surrender to victimhood.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 22, 2026

It's when mercy is least expected that it's most potent—strong enough to break the cycle of victimization and victimhood, retribution and suffering.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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