transgression
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The mistake, though, comes in reading transgression and a lack of conscientiousness as authenticity, or a reflection of a particular set of progressive politics.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
"These attacks represent a dangerous escalation and an unacceptable transgression," the UAE's foreign ministry said, adding that the country reserves the "right to respond".
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
His pairing of white socks and yellow Crocs stood out as a particular stylistic transgression.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 9, 2025
In his statement, Qasra, the defense minister, warned security personnel that any transgression and vandalism would face “harsh legal measures.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2025
What happens in training is highly secretive, so there’s no point in taking action against me when no one will know what my transgression was.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
Other transgressions there included urine contamination from rodents on food packaging and shelving, inadequate cleaning standards and structural defects allowing pest entry.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Likewise, any future transgressions will build on the picture of his character that is coming into view.
From Slate ● Jun. 2, 2026
The potentially reimbursed penalties are for transgressions including failure to file penalties, failure to pay penalties and failure to make estimated tax payments, she wrote.
From MarketWatch ● May 27, 2026
The forest becomes a Garden of Eden, marred by human transgressions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
Before the terrible price was exacted for their transgressions.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
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