sinned

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He continued, "I guess as the famous saying goes, 'democracy dies in discussion . . .' But look, I have sinned against you. I'm sorry," he said unseriously in a Southern accent.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2024

After listing all those for whom she writes — “for the sinned against and the sanctifying” — Perry called for unity in difficult times:

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2022

Even if your daughters are, in some sense, more sinned against than sinning, you could reasonably worry that putting resources in their hands will allow them to support destructive causes.

From New York Times • Mar. 1, 2022

“I have sinned, I’ve broken the law and I have no excuses,” Kreuper said via teleconference.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2022

Bless me, Father, for I have sinned, it’s a fortnight since my last confession.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt