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Pogrom

usgb/ˈpəʊɡrəm/Volume
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Pogroms are historical events where violence targeted specific communities, shaping their social and historical identity. SlideThe pogrom against the Armenian community left a lasting impact on their history.
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'Pogrom' carries emotional weight due to its tragic associations, so use it with respect to historical sensitivity. SlideThe documentary explored the pogroms faced by immigrant groups with great sensitivity.
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The word 'pogrom' isn't used for general violence; it's specific to organized, targeted attacks on groups. SlideThe 1905 Odessa pogrom specifically targeted the city's Jewish population.
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