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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In April, influencer Alorah Ziva sued Peters for allegations of battery, fraud and intentional infliction of emotional distress, per a complaint obtained by PEOPLE.
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Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Patel’s complaint against FanDuel includes claims for negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, conspiracy, and deceptive and unfair trade practices.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026
The lawsuit filed by the girl’s parents alleged wrongful death, negligence and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
—ABC News, 7 May 2026
The ex-staffer is accusing Jenner, 28, of various abuses during her employment, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, failure to pay wages and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 May 2026
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Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Patel’s complaint against FanDuel includes claims for negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, conspiracy, and deceptive and unfair trade practices.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026
The lawsuit filed by the girl’s parents alleged wrongful death, negligence and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
—ABC News, 7 May 2026
The ex-staffer is accusing Jenner, 28, of various abuses during her employment, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, failure to pay wages and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for infliction
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“Infliction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/infliction. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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