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incest

[in-sest] / ˈɪn sɛst /
NOUN
inbreeding
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She was accused of adultery, incest and treason and was executed.

From BBC May 1, 2026

After the movie came out, Lindo says, he met an incest survivor who said she appreciated the humanity he gave to a seemingly monstrous character.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 3, 2026

The ban has exceptions for rape, incest and human trafficking up to 15 weeks, but are difficult to access.

From Salon Nov. 6, 2024

He added that he fully supports exceptions for rape, incest and to save the life of the mother.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 25, 2024

"Are you utterly witless? Did you read what he says? The boy Joffrey, he calls him. And he dares to accuse me of incest, adultery, and treason!"

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin



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