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Meanings of abuse in English
Improper usage or mistreatment of a thing or person, often to unfairly or improperly gain benefit.
Usage of abuse in English
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All political parties accept there is a serious problem with alcohol abuse.
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To Oprah's credit, she mentioned victims of abuse outside the entertainment industry.
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If the alcohol abuse stops, then the physical health problems will stop.
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Armed with information, children are better able to report abuse to you.
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Government has also availed a number of avenues for victims of abuse.
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Social workers prepare to investigate a record number of child abuse cases.
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Never being brought to justice means they continue to abuse vulnerable employees.
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The authorities have denied allegations of government corruption and abuse of power.
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The question of abuse has caused problems in the past for Ottawa.
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In addition, many are attempting to prevent the risk of market abuse.
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Cook's announcement followed recent speculation that he had a substance abuse problem.
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Our abuse of animals is not new either and is largely accepted.
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Extraordinary measures for extraordinary times or the potential for abuse of power?
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Mr Giblin said Bunn had suffered from depression and substance abuse problems.
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I'm used to that type of irrational abuse, Mr Mallon said yesterday.
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One case sparked national outrage, forcing the government to recognize DGCIM abuse.
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New Zealand
Common
Ireland
Common
Australia
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