RESORT TO VIOLENCE

Definition: The act of turning to or using violence as a means of achieving a goal or resolving a conflict.

Synonyms: Violent Means, Forceful Action, Physical Aggression, Violent Recourse, Violent Measures

Usage Examples in Sentences

In soccer, players are penalized if they resort to violence instead of playing by the rules.

Leaders aim to negotiate and find compromises, avoiding the need to resort to violence in international relations.

In literature, characters often face moral dilemmas, choosing not to resort to violence to solve their problems.

When negotiations failed, the leader chose to resort to violence to assert dominance.

Frustrated with the constant teasing, he decided to resort to violence as a last resort.

The heated argument between the neighbors eventually escalated, leading them to resort to violence.

The detective realized the suspect might resort to violence if cornered, requiring caution.

Despite her diplomatic skills, she was tempted to resort to violence when negotiations reached an impasse.

In times of desperation, some individuals resort to violence as a last resort.

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Those who resort to violence often lack effective communication skills.

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In desperate situations, some individuals may resort to violence out of frustration.

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Even in the face of provocation, it is never justifiable to resort to violence.

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In politics, some leaders resort to violence to silence dissent.

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When all peaceful options fail, people resort to violence out of desperation.

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In conflicts, people tend to resort to violence when communication breaks down.

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The protagonist in the novel chooses to resort to violence as a means of revenge.