as in wrongs
unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this
a group that has long suffered injustice at the hands of our judicial system
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Recent Examples of injustices
The series highlights systemic inequities and the government’s failures, revealing how the storm exacerbated existing social injustices while providing a platform for local voices to reclaim their story and share resilience, grief, and wisdom for future generations.
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Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Since then the institutions of American aging have reproduced rather than ameliorated the inequalities and injustices of the wider American economy.
—Trevor Jackson, The New York Review of Books, 4 Apr. 2026
By the middle of the summer, YLO should be prepared to work out a more systematic offensive against the injustices plaguing the Latin colony.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Lake County continues to make up for past injustices to the Native Americans who once roamed the area’s prairies and woodlands.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Despite major gains in the recognition of past injustices, Stolen Generations survivors and their descendants continue to be affected by the policy.
—Roland Martin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Carefully avoiding quick judgement and slowly uncovering a long history of violence, injustices and destruction, the young filmmaker exposes the deep sadness of a once upon a time joyful and prosperous environment.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
Digital campaigns help keep historical injustices visible long after official reports are released – a key element in long-term prevention strategies emphasized by the United Nations.
—Arnaud Kurze, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Mining for gems, minerals specimens and fossils isn't as intensive as ore mining, but the industry can still be party to environmental destruction, human rights abuses and social injustices.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Since then the institutions of American aging have reproduced rather than ameliorated the inequalities and injustices of the wider American economy.
—Trevor Jackson, The New York Review of Books, 4 Apr. 2026
By the middle of the summer, YLO should be prepared to work out a more systematic offensive against the injustices plaguing the Latin colony.
—Literary Hub, 1 Apr. 2026
Lake County continues to make up for past injustices to the Native Americans who once roamed the area’s prairies and woodlands.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Despite major gains in the recognition of past injustices, Stolen Generations survivors and their descendants continue to be affected by the policy.
—Roland Martin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
Carefully avoiding quick judgement and slowly uncovering a long history of violence, injustices and destruction, the young filmmaker exposes the deep sadness of a once upon a time joyful and prosperous environment.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
Digital campaigns help keep historical injustices visible long after official reports are released – a key element in long-term prevention strategies emphasized by the United Nations.
—Arnaud Kurze, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Mining for gems, minerals specimens and fossils isn't as intensive as ore mining, but the industry can still be party to environmental destruction, human rights abuses and social injustices.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for injustices
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Nick Offerman rounds out the complex family unit as Margo’s estranged father, Jinx, a former pro wrestler fresh out of rehab who returns to her life in an attempt to right his wrongs.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Last year, Algerian legislators voted to declare France’s colonization of the North African country a crime, approving a law that calls for restitution of property taken by France during its 130-year rule, among other demands seeking to redress historical wrongs.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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This is partly because of the premature interruption of pregnancy and associated complications, but also due to logistical challenges and social inequities.—
Alexander Crider,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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DeLong said the level of state support for local education has contributed to inequities from district to district, as well as a reliance on municipal property taxes that ranks second only behind New Jersey.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
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Arizona State’s Jordyn Tyson could be an option, but his injuries (knee as a freshman, collarbone as a junior, hamstring as a senior) are troubling.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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All season, the Lightning have been able to overcome injuries to key players, especially among their defenseman group.—
Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Injustices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/injustices. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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