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sinister

[sin-uh-ster] / ˈsɪn ə stər /


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Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck, discuss theories on why the hell anyone would do this and whether it’s just weird or actually sinister.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Increasingly a sinister hue attaches to Beijing’s preference for “open weight” models.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The low-budget film stars Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette as a man who makes a sinister bargain to win the affections of the woman he admires -- and must bear the consequences.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

When given center stage, his Putin is commanding, reminding us of the real sinister power in the room.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Tano turns to me, and I see a sinister spark in his eyes.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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