heartless
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In a victim impact statement submitted to the court, Perry’s stepmother, Debbie Perry, wrote: “Please give this heartless woman the maximum prison sentence so she won’t be able to hurt other families like ours.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
What an interesting conclusion, considering her refusal to take accountability for other mistakes, including the show’s heartless depiction of Sullivan’s wounding.
From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026
“It’s just a pretty heartless place and always has been,” says Ebert.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
For government officials, being called "heartless" is an occupational hazard.
From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025
“Some would contend that this confession would obviate the need for a lengthy trial,” she said in a cold, heartless voice that made Finn miss the real Ms. Morales.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Vocabulary lists containing heartless
"The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet," Vocabulary from Act 1
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