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Updated June 2026
Behaviour involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill. It can also refer to intense or destructive natural forces.
“The organisation campaigns against violence in all its forms and promotes peaceful conflict resolution.”
/ˈvaɪ(ə)ləns/
vi·o·lence
Contains -ENCE ending; letter V at start and letter E appears twice
Worth 13 points; the V (4 points) and C (3 points) add good value
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