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Oppression

usgb/əˈpreʃn/Volume
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Long-Term Suffering

Oppression often indicates prolonged mistreatment, not one-time events.

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Her ancestors endured centuries of oppression.
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Power Imbalance

Oppression involves one group wielding power over another, whether small or vast in number.

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Minorities have faced oppression by oppressive regimes.
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Not Always Violent

Oppression can be non-violent, such as denying rights or resources.

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The new laws are causing economic oppression to the community.
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