accused

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And we know that death sentences are often reversed on appeal because of problems in the trials of someone accused of a capital crime.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

“I eventually just got to the point where I didn’t think he was going to do anything,” said Fowler, who accused Bhakta’s German shepherd of killing his chickens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Some jokingly accused him of betraying his hometown team.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

She said Franck accused her of "lying" about being in France and demanded her location and hotel room.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Rivals accused Whitney of being overrated; bloggers accused her of being lucky.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis