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assault – n. the crime of trying or threatening to hurt someone physically

era – n.a period of time that is associated with a particular quality, event, person​

financial – adj. relating to money

harassment – n. the act of annoying or bothering (someone) in a constant or repeated way

on behalf of – n. something done in support of someone

under the rug – idm. something that is illegal, embarrassing, or wrong that is hidden

standard(s) – n. a level of quality, or achievement that is considered acceptable or desirable

doubt – n. a feeling of being uncertain or unsure about something

misconduct – n. wrong behavior

whisper(ed) – v. to speak very softly or quietly