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sexual aggression  

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  • Sexual aggression in close relationships involves attempting to achieve one's personal sexual goals without regard for a partner's sexual wishes. There are two broad forms of sexual aggression in a relational context. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Relationships; Sexual Aggression]

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