poetic justice
Example Sentences
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The hum for readers of this well-crafted book comes from seeing its determined protagonist try to foil that scheme while ensuring poetic justice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
But among those who have spoken anonymously, some see Huntley's death as poetic justice, a blessing in disguise.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
Strachan’s work also suggests there is power in acts of poetic justice.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025
It's poetic justice that they get to be first in line to start holding him accountable.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2023
And the more closely this feature of poetic justice is scrutinized, the more striking does it appear.
From Algic Researches, Comprising Inquiries Respecting the Mental Characteristics of the North American Indians, Vol. 1 of 2 Indian Tales and Legends by Schoolcraft, Henry Rowe
