as in cheated
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
victimized by a confidence man with a slick story
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Recent Examples of victimized
While people with severe mental illnesses like schizophrenia are more likely to be victimized than to harm others, Guzman had been violent in the past.
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Selina Guevara, NBC news, 19 Apr. 2026
Most of them are victimized on online gaming platforms and social media websites.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 16 Apr. 2026
The Orioles took a four-run lead in the sixth when Coby Mayo blooped a run-scoring single to center against Ryan Walker, who was victimized despite throwing a near-perfect slider on the outside corner.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
Police say right now there is no evidence that any students have been victimized or received inappropriate communications from the individual.
—Paul Burton, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Anyone with information about her whereabouts, or who believes their homeowners association may have been victimized in a similar way, is asked to contact the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Horner previously victimized the young woman under similar circumstances in the summer of 2013, according to other affidavits.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Anyone who believes they may have been victimized or those with information about the investigation have been asked to contact the Middletown Police Investigative Services Division 860-638-4140 or Det.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
The sheriff’s department has settled numerous cases alleging deputy gang misconduct and abuse amounting to millions of dollars, including many deputies who witnessed the abuses and were also victimized.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 6 Apr. 2026
Selina Guevara, NBC news, 19 Apr. 2026
Most of them are victimized on online gaming platforms and social media websites.
—Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 16 Apr. 2026
The Orioles took a four-run lead in the sixth when Coby Mayo blooped a run-scoring single to center against Ryan Walker, who was victimized despite throwing a near-perfect slider on the outside corner.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2026
Police say right now there is no evidence that any students have been victimized or received inappropriate communications from the individual.
—Paul Burton, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Anyone with information about her whereabouts, or who believes their homeowners association may have been victimized in a similar way, is asked to contact the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Horner previously victimized the young woman under similar circumstances in the summer of 2013, according to other affidavits.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Anyone who believes they may have been victimized or those with information about the investigation have been asked to contact the Middletown Police Investigative Services Division 860-638-4140 or Det.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
The sheriff’s department has settled numerous cases alleging deputy gang misconduct and abuse amounting to millions of dollars, including many deputies who witnessed the abuses and were also victimized.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for victimized
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That’s the kind of corporate doublespeak that makes consumers feel cheated and disrespected.—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Schiller is a man who cheated death and whose harrowing ordeal is dramatized by actor Tony Shalhoub in a recent movie.—
Troy Roberts,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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During an interview with The Star on Friday, waiters hustled through the space with plates.—
Jenna Thompson
April 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2026
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The crowd applauded when Rahm took the bag from Garcia and started carrying it himself as caddie Adam Hayes hustled to catch up to the players.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
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In choosing Love, the Cardinals disregarded conventional wisdom that quality running backs can be plucked much later in the draft and at a much lower cost.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Many hospital systems in Connecticut have stopped suing their patients over unpaid bills, stung by criticism about the harm caused by aggressive collection tactics.—
Noam N. Levey,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
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People have reported severe reactions, including anaphylaxis, after being stung by the ant.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2026
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Traditional paths to entry-level work, especially in tech, are already being squeezed as companies automate routine work.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Margins on low-cost airlines are always tight, and fuel is an outsized cost which means they’re already being squeezed hard by the energy shock.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Mechanics across the continent screwed, hammered and welded Sheila to keep her together, sometimes shaking their heads at the madness of it all.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Without brothers, father, I would be screwed.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Train 98, part of the Silver Meteor route between Miami and New York, was forced to stop near Jacksonville, leaving some passengers stuck onboard for extended periods.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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This is what a supply shortage looks like in practice — not just higher prices, but households stuck in between, unsure which path to pursue.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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But don't be deceived by the small-town charm—there's plenty to do here, with historic downtowns full of unique shops, heaps of Southern comfort food, and 80,000 acres of wildlife areas to explore by kayak, bike, and boat.—
Amanda Ogle,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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Marie then opened up to Julia about her own experience being deceived by a man who used religion to abuse his power.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Victimized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/victimized. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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