"Persecuted people" refers to individuals or groups who are mistreated, oppressed, or harassed due to their race, religion, nationality, political beliefs, or other characteristics. They face discrimination, prejudice, or even violence based on these factors, often experiencing hardship or limitations in their rights and freedoms.
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Sentences with «persecuted people»
- It also diverts police attention and resources from the serious crime which causes real harm, all in the name of persecuting people who want to use or grow cannabis in the privacy of their own home. (politics.co.uk)
- «We all need to get behind #RedWednesday - we need to stand together against violence carried out in the name of religion - we need to speak up about regimes which persecute people of faith.» (premierchristianity.com)
- It is beyond mere poverty to persecute people for who they are. (nakedpastor.com)
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