infliction
noun
in·flic·tion
in-ˈflik-shən 
1
: the act of inflicting
2
: something (such as punishment or suffering) that is inflicted
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The complaint, which names West and the Costume Designers Guild, brings claims for breach of contract, false advertising, retaliation, and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 May 2024
The lawsuit states claims of breach of contract, retaliation and infliction of emotional distress.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 22 May 2024
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Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 May 2024
The lawsuit states claims of breach of contract, retaliation and infliction of emotional distress.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 22 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for infliction
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“Infliction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/infliction. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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