victimize
verb (used with object)
to make a victim of.
victimizing
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present participleof victimize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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After receiving a flood of online hate, Schneider says what hurt the most was being accused of victimizing or endangering women.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2023
Tornadoes in the United States are disproportionately killing more people in mobile or manufactured homes, especially in the South, often victimizing some of the most socially and economically vulnerable residents.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 28, 2023
The Pierce County district attorney has enhanced the possible punishment for each charge by up to six years because she’s accused of victimizing someone 60 or older.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 8, 2022
What’s worse, others are victimizing the quake victims.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 21, 2022
To be overcome with smoke, denotes that dangerous persons are victimizing you with flattery.
From Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or what's in a dream: a scientific and practical exposition by Miller, Gustavus Hindman
