infliction
noun
in·flic·tion
in-ˈflik-shən 
1
: the act of inflicting
2
: something (such as punishment or suffering) that is inflicted
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The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the driver, alleges defamation, fraud and intentional infliction of emotional distress by hospital employees.
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Kevin Grasha, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024
In addition to racial discrimination and false imprisonment, Morris’ lawsuit alleges gross negligence, negligence, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
—Tara Bannow Reprints, STAT, 11 June 2024
In addition to defamation, Harvey is suing for negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, violations of right of publicity and more, per TMZ.
—Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024
The suit, which makes claims of defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligence, asks for tens of millions of dollars in damages.
—Matt Stevens, New York Times, 6 June 2024
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Kevin Grasha, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024
In addition to racial discrimination and false imprisonment, Morris’ lawsuit alleges gross negligence, negligence, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
—Tara Bannow Reprints, STAT, 11 June 2024
In addition to defamation, Harvey is suing for negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, violations of right of publicity and more, per TMZ.
—Liza Esquibias, Peoplemag, 6 June 2024
The suit, which makes claims of defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligence, asks for tens of millions of dollars in damages.
—Matt Stevens, New York Times, 6 June 2024
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“Infliction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/infliction. Accessed 19 Jun. 2024.
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