viciousness

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But this candid and absorbing memoir is also a stark reminder of the corruptions of power, the uncertainties of revolution and the frequent viciousness of human nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

His drive was known to cross over into workplace viciousness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

“If I purposely mispronounced your name, that would probably not be appropriate,” Boykin tried to explain, before Dyson added, “You’re normalizing that kind of viciousness, man. You’re disrespecting the woman.”

From Salon • Aug. 16, 2024

“The guy was just a beast. I mean, he hit with a viciousness that was, like, Damn.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2024

“And you,” Balekin says, turning his gaze to me, viciousness lighting his eyes.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black