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heinous

[hey-nuhs] / ˈheɪ nəs /


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Now reports that Singh may be set free have brought alive memories of the heinous crime.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

The father of a seventh-grader living with cancer recently raised the issue of “whether researchers in a trial could be motivated by prediction market profits,” something so heinous it is difficult to contemplate.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

“Sisters of the Midnight Sun” addresses the ethical dilemmas involved in criminal defense when the crimes are particularly heinous.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Justice Amy Coney Barrett, who wrote the majority opinion, noted that ATS cases "frequently involve heinous and inhumane acts."

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

It wasn’t his fault they were in this heinous situation.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon




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