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Oppression

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Long-Term SufferingPlay
Oppression often indicates prolonged mistreatment, not one-time events. SlideHer ancestors endured centuries of oppression.
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Power ImbalancePlay
Oppression involves one group wielding power over another, whether small or vast in number. SlideMinorities have faced oppression by oppressive regimes.
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Oppression can be non-violent, such as denying rights or resources. SlideThe new laws are causing economic oppression to the community.