noun
Etymology
Origin of wrongdoing
Example Sentences
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"So they must face the consequences of the wrongdoing they committed."
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
That case ground on for nearly a decade and ended with no admission of wrongdoing, though the settlement required the attorney general to pay $300,000 in restitution and undergo legal ethics training.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
“There’s never been any intentional wrongdoing by the companies.”
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
Sullivan has not respond to a request for comment, but has previously said he denies allegations of wrongdoing.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
But this is important to him, and I want to know if there’s evidence of the Bureau’s wrongdoing as much as he does.
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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