Sentences

persecute in a sentence

v.

Definition

To persecute means to subject someone to hostility, ill-treatment, or oppression, especially because of their beliefs, political views, or identity.

Sample Sentences

  1. Throughout history, many groups have been persecuted for their beliefs and practices.
  2. The government faced criticism for its decision to persecute political dissidents.
  3. Animals should never be persecuted for their natural behaviors, as they are simply following instinct.
  4. She spoke out against the laws that allow authorities to persecute individuals based on their identity.
  5. In some countries, journalists are persecuted for exposing corruption and injustice.

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