persecute
US /ˈpɝː.sɪ.kjuːt/
UK /ˈpɜː.sɪ.kjuːt/
動詞
1.
迫害する
to treat someone unfairly or cruelly over a long period of time because of their race, religion, or political beliefs
例:
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Religious minorities were persecuted during the regime.
その政権下で宗教的少数派は迫害された。
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They fled their country because they were being persecuted for their political views.
彼らは政治的見解のために迫害されていたので、国を逃れた。
2.
苦しめる, 悩ませる
to annoy or harass someone constantly
例:
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He felt persecuted by the constant demands of his boss.
彼は上司の絶え間ない要求に悩まされていると感じた。
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The media persecuted the celebrity after the scandal.
スキャンダルの後、メディアはその有名人を追い回した。