unholy

Example Sentences

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The so-called "unholy alliance" - a play on the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity - is made up of Museveni, Kainerugaba, and the president's powerful brother and special adviser, Salim Saleh.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

A God’s-eye view captures sparks and flames tearing a circle around his unholy play.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

These are images that evoke nature as a force at apparent odds with fashion, holy vs. unholy.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

But instead of provocatively pursuing that unholy bond, the director only finds chum.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2025

I Manuel Flores am wrapped in the unholy noise and wind from this unholy train.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads