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Harassing Meaning in English

word · lemma: harass

/hɝˈæsɪŋ/
huh-RAS-ing
/həɹˈæsɪŋ/
huh-RAS-ing

التعريف

Repeatedly bothering, threatening, or intimidating someone in a way that makes them feel uncomfortable, unsafe, or distressed.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Usually formal or legal; often related to bullying, sexual, or workplace situations. Commonly used in passive forms ('being harassed'). May refer to verbal, physical, or digital actions. Be careful not to confuse with 'teasing' (less serious, playful).

جمل نموذجية

She reported her boss for harassing her at work.

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He was caught harassing people online.

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You can be fired for harassing coworkers, even if it’s just messages.

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If someone keeps harassing you, tell a trusted adult.

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Stop harassing your classmates.

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People don’t realize how damaging harassing messages can be.

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