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wrongful

[rawng-fuhl, rong-] / ˈrɔŋ fəl, ˈrɒŋ- /


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It also means that many criminal offenses hinge on attributing a wrongful act to the mental state of a human being.

From Slate ● Oct. 25, 2026

One names the United States and seeks damages under the Federal Tort Claims Act, alleging wrongful death, negligence and other misconduct.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

They are suing the company for wrongful death.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

L.A. attorney Brian Claypool, who handles wrongful death litigation, said the autopsy and toxicology results “will be crucial in this tragic death to ascertain legal liability.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026

The Weavers had filed a wrongful death suit for $200 million but settled out of court when the government offered Vicki’s three daughters $1 million each.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover


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