maltreats

[US]/mɔːlˈtriːts/
[UK]/mɑːlˈtriːts/

Translation

vt.to treat a person or animal cruelly or with violence

Phrases & Collocations

maltreats animals

maltreats children

maltreats pets

maltreats workers

maltreats employees

maltreats victims

maltreats clients

maltreats partners

maltreats students

maltreats elders

Example Sentences

the organization aims to protect animals from anyone who maltreats them.

she reported the neighbor who maltreats his pets to the authorities.

it is unacceptable to maltreat children in any circumstance.

the documentary highlighted how some facilities maltreat their residents.

people who maltreat animals often face legal consequences.

he was shocked to learn that his friend maltreats his dog.

advocates work hard to ensure that no one maltreats the vulnerable.

maltreating someone is not only cruel but also damaging to society.

she was determined to speak out against anyone who maltreats others.

it’s important to educate people about the effects of maltreating animals.

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