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Honor Killing

Description:

An honor killing, also known as an honor murder, is the act of killing a person, usually a woman, by their family members due to a perceived grievance against the family's honor. This practice is predominantly carried out in certain societies where the concepts of honor, shame, and traditional customs hold significant influence.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: The honor killing of the young woman shocked the entire community.

Verb: The father threatened to honor kill his daughter for disobeying his commands.

Adjective: Honor killings are considered appalling and highly condemnable.

Adverb: The family brutally and vehemently honor killed their daughter for marrying against their will.

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