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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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The purpose is to transform accountability into victimhood and failure into sabotage.

From Salon ● Jun. 24, 2026

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

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

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2026

“If the Jewish people would fall into victimhood throughout the ages, they never would have come back to the land of Israel,” he concludes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 12, 2025

Robin beats the air with her fists and yells, “Cory, Cory, stop being a victiml” Thievery is nothing, apparently, compared to the crime of victimhood.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich

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