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victims

Pronunciation: [ˈvɪktɪmz]

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Learn how to use victims in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “crime”

(noun) people who have been harmed or hurt by something bad, like a crime or accident. For example, if someone steals someone else's things, that person is a victim because they lost something that wasn't theirs.

Example

The police helped the victims of the robbery recover their belongings.

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In this case, the thief was not a victim; he caused the pain.

Example

Who are the victims of the recent accident?

Context: “abuse”

(noun) people who suffer because someone treats them badly, like being bullied or hurt by someone. If someone is constantly teased at school, they are a victim of bullying.

Example

The organization supports victims of abuse and helps them find safety.

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He is not a victim; he is the one causing the abuse.

Example

How can we help the victims of bullying in our school?

Context: “accidents”

(noun) people who get hurt or suffer in unfortunate events, like car crashes or natural disasters. If there is a big storm and someone loses their house, they are a victim of that storm.

Example

The charity raised money for the victims of the flood.

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The hurricane did not spare anyone; even those who were prepared were victims.

Example

How many victims were there after the earthquake?

How to pronounce victims

Pronunciation: [ˈvɪktɪmz]

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