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villainy

[vil-uh-nee] / ˈvɪl ə ni /


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The villainy isn’t coordinated, but more like a feedback loop of evil.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

You don’t threaten such villainy if you don’t need to.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Red herrings pop up and disappear, a climactic series of revelations indicates hidden villainy, and every detail feels ho-hum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

It’s unusual to consider an awkward, suburban dad and company stalwart being an acting stretch, but Lee is known for his dramatic intensity, action-movie heroism, even villainy.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

This looked like some new scheme of villainy....

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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