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heinous

[hey-nuhs] / ˈheɪ nəs /


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But in an attempt to make a cereal for men, the brand has created something arguably more heinous: Manosphere cereal.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

Ma supports the death penalty for those who kill police officers in the line of duty or commit heinous crimes against women and children.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Mr. West has said and done some truly heinous things.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Prabowo said on Instagram that Indonesians "strongly condemn every heinous act that undermines peace and causes the deaths of our nation's soldiers".

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Finally, let me assure the public that we will leave no stone unturned in our search for those who committed this heinous act.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed




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