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wrongdoing

[rawng-doo-ing, -doo-, rong-] / ˈrɔŋˌdu ɪŋ, -ˈdu-, ˈrɒŋ- /


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Parliament's standards watchdog has not confirmed whether it is investigating this, but Farage has said there was "no wrongdoing", he followed the rules, and he is considering legal action against the paper.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

On Wednesday, Prentice had called his alleged wrongdoing "an aberration" and vowed a thorough and transparent investigation, while insisting it should not be used "to cast aspersions" on other academics from ethnic minority backgrounds.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

In reaching the settlement, the company did not admit wrongdoing.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

Miller denies any wrongdoing, claims his ex-wife has struggled with “significant mental health challenges,” and has accused his former father-in-law of spreading “lies.”

From Slate Aug. 10, 2026

Today, the term “McCarthyism” is commonly used to describe accusing someone of a wrongdoing without having any evidence.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler

The province wants to use the court system to "ensure that British Columbians are not left bearing the costs of corporate wrongdoings."

From Barron's Jul. 7, 2026

He has blasted casino executives on X for alleged wrongdoings.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 20, 2026

The Premier League published a 28-page document highlighting all the wrongdoings - how much money was paid out, by who, and for which transfer deals.

From BBC Mar. 16, 2026

Wasserman, 51, has not been linked to any of Epstein’s wrongdoings or accused of any crimes.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 11, 2026

Suddenly I felt the urge to admit all my wrongdoings.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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