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暴力, 残忍
a crime that is intentionally directed toward a person or thing to hurt, intimidate, or kill them
- He was arrested for using violence against a stranger.
他因对陌生人使用暴力而被逮捕。
- Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many families and requires immediate intervention.
家庭暴力是一个影响许多家庭的严重问题,需要立即干预。
- The film depicted graphic scenes of violence that were unsettling to some viewers.
这部电影描绘了暴力的生动场景,令一些观众感到不安。
- Authorities are working to address the root causes of violence in high-crime neighborhoods.
当局正在努力解决高犯罪率社区中暴力的根本原因。
- The city has seen a rise in violence over the past few months, leading to increased police presence.
过去几个月里,该市的暴力事件有所增加,导致警察的存在感增强。
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the quality of being wild or intense
- The storm raged with incredible violence.
- The horse moved with great violence, throwing the rider off balance.
- He slammed the door with violence.
- The wind struck the trees with unusual violence.
- The waves crashed on the shore with violence.