heinous
Example Sentences
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That’s the kind of total breakdown that makes a court look terrible and, as we’ve seen, carries heinous real-world consequences.
From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026
The United Nations on Tuesday called the recent attacks "heinous and cowardly".
From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026
Meantime, heinous accusations are circulating against prominent people, without any evidence they’re true.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
"Whatever side of the conflict they are on, the perpetrators of these heinous crimes must be held accountable."
From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025
It wasn’t his fault they were in this heinous situation.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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