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as in fatalities
a person or thing harmed, lost, or destroyed
helped the victims of the fire
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as in targets
a person or thing that is the object of abuse, criticism, or ridicule
the victim of schoolyard teasing
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as in sacrifices
something offered to a god
the Aztecs are believed to have sacrificed thousands of victims annually to the sun
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Recent Examples of victims
Lawmakers complained when the Justice Department made only a limited release last month, but officials said more time was needed to review an additional trove of documents that was discovered and to scour the records to ensure no sensitive information about victims was inadvertently released.
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Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
Both victims were taken to Mount Sinai Hospital in fair condition.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
The remaining three victims were transported to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
The categories of documents that the Department were still withholding include information involving victims' personal and medical information, depictions of child pornography, or anything that would jeopardize an active federal investigation.
—Philip Wang, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In 2010, the Rhythm Night Club Museum opened to honor the 209 victims of a tragic blaze in 1940.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Others remember boats navigating debris and shallow water to bring victims’ bodies ashore.
—Gary Fields, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Plasse's mother Michelle has continued to advocate for murder victims, helping to pass Amanda's Law in Massachusetts in 2022.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 30 Jan. 2026
All three victims were shot and killed outside the Sky Market on 85th Avenue and International Boulevard, allegedly after the brothers attempted to purchase marijuana from another person who was at the store, authorities said.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
Both victims were taken to Mount Sinai Hospital in fair condition.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
The remaining three victims were transported to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2026
The categories of documents that the Department were still withholding include information involving victims' personal and medical information, depictions of child pornography, or anything that would jeopardize an active federal investigation.
—Philip Wang, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
In 2010, the Rhythm Night Club Museum opened to honor the 209 victims of a tragic blaze in 1940.
—Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Others remember boats navigating debris and shallow water to bring victims’ bodies ashore.
—Gary Fields, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Plasse's mother Michelle has continued to advocate for murder victims, helping to pass Amanda's Law in Massachusetts in 2022.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 30 Jan. 2026
All three victims were shot and killed outside the Sky Market on 85th Avenue and International Boulevard, allegedly after the brothers attempted to purchase marijuana from another person who was at the store, authorities said.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for victims
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Even seasoned hikers have met disaster attempting the climb and, while a precise number of fatalities on the mountain isn't readily available, it's known as among the most challenging peaks in North America.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Ten New Yorkers have already died on the streets amid record-breaking cold, and the encampment sweeps initiated by Mayor Adams could well prove a critical tool in averting any more needless fatalities.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
30 Jan. 2026
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McMillan, taken eighth overall by the Panthers in last year’s NFL Draft, put together a rookie campaign with 70 receptions (122 targets) for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The cargo variant targets heavier logistics.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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In some cases, this led to short-term sacrifices, but leadership accepted these trade-offs to build consumer trust.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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In a statement issued through his spokesperson to Fox News Digital, Harry underscored NATO’s response to 9/11 — and the sacrifices made by allied forces.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Last year saw a 31% increase in Ukrainian civilian casualties compared with 2024, the advocacy group Human Rights Watch said in a report published Wednesday.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Among the latest casualties are the ADAS radar sensors on the front of many modern cars.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
5 Feb. 2026
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Alex arrives to find Lucy literally quaking in fear, especially when Stephen summons the two of them to come meet his latest prey, whose name is Tegan.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
3 Feb. 2026
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Some fish, for instance, may be determined to exploit the octopus’s efforts, such as trying to snatch prey that the octopus has uncovered but not yet captured.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Curry Truffle Ramen beat out offerings from every past Ramen Rumble winner, including Red Panda Noodle, Ramen Takagi, Morimoto Asia, The Osprey, Seito Sushi Baldwin Park and Kai Asian Street Fare — all of whom brought their A game.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
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The new sandwiches come as Chick-fil-A is rolling out other exclusive offerings across the United States.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Victims.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/victims. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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