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Meanings of abused in English

Catalan
maltractat
Spanish
abusado

Subjected to cruel treatment.

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maltractat

Abused.

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Usage of abused in English
1
Many thousands of women are sexually abused in conflict situations each year.
BBC
2
It said the resolution showed the United Nations had abused its authority.
The Irish Times
3
Campaigners say that in Kenya's conservative society, women's rights are often abused.
The Guardian
4
The former bishop abused his power and betrayed his position of trust.
The Irish Times
5
Tony Walsh, however, abused many more children, the numbers are truly shocking.
The Irish Times
6
Nine former prisoners say they were abused there, according to the BBC.
Wired
7
Dylan has continued to say in recent years that she was abused.
News.com.au
8
One of the most commonly abused inhalants, butane poses severe health risks.
Wired
9
It's never simply about the substance or behavior being used or abused.
Wired
10
Power they abused with a casual lack of concern that sickened her.
The Short Victorious War
11
Design is a much-abused word and often used as a marketing tool.
The Irish Times
12
Police believe the TV presenter sexually abused at least sixty young girls.
BBC
13
As the rock changes hands multiple times, the power gets seriously abused.
Reuters
14
But if the government doesn't pursue them, taxpayer funds are being abused.
Radio NZ
15
The girl was between eight and 11 years of age when abused.
The Irish Times
16
He said his brother, Owen, had abused him and another family member.
The Guardian
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Catalan
maltractat
Abused through the time
Abused across language varieties
New Zealand
Common
Ireland
Common
Australia
Common
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