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Persecution
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an act of cruelty and unfairness toward someone because of their race, religion, or political views
Example
The prejudice against certain religious beliefs led to discrimination and persecution of minority groups.
In many cases religious persecution is the cause of people fleeing their country.
As a fleer from political persecution, she sought asylum in a foreign country.
The epistle of Peter encourages believers facing persecution.
Many abolitionists risked their lives and faced persecution for their beliefs in the pursuit of justice and equality.
