silence is violence

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silence is violence

  1. (21st century) Inaction or indifference towards violence aimed at oppressed groups is tantamount to direct violence against those groups.
  2. (uncommon) Silence in certain settings can be perceived or interpreted as unfriendly or hostile.
    Synonym: silence is oppression