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Recent Examples of mutilation
Yes, as in Martin’s novels and HBO’s adaptations, there are betrayals, mutilations, retaliations, sudden deaths, miraculous reverses, plots and counterplots.
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Matthew Keeley, Washington Post, 10 July 2024
Unlike the 1989 case, the recent mutilation is not life-threatening.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Mar. 2024
Anderson, 33, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree intentional homicide, mutilation of a corpse and arson of property other than a building in the slaying of Sade Robinson, 19.
—Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 24 Oct. 2024
The most unnerving sequence, however, doesn’t involve the grotesque use of deforming prosthetics or digital mutilation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2024
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Matthew Keeley, Washington Post, 10 July 2024
Unlike the 1989 case, the recent mutilation is not life-threatening.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Mar. 2024
Anderson, 33, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree intentional homicide, mutilation of a corpse and arson of property other than a building in the slaying of Sade Robinson, 19.
—Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 24 Oct. 2024
The most unnerving sequence, however, doesn’t involve the grotesque use of deforming prosthetics or digital mutilation.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutilation
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The 70 minutes of mayhem began when Williams, acting alone, walked into a Jersey City store just after 8 p.m.Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 10 Dec. 2024
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The most up-to-date science states that no level of lead exposure is safe–especially during childhood when the toxic metal causes developmental mayhem.Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
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All of these shifts, in turn, have led some observers and regulators to prioritize harm avoidance over unfettered expression.Jonathan L. Zittrain, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
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The task force also noted that supplementation with vitamin D with or without calcium can increase the incidence of kidney stones, though the magnitude of this harm was assessed as small.Jacqueline Howard, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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Three other students and one teacher suffered non-life-threatening injuries.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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This is particularly important after someone has suffered various forms of brain injury that result in part of the brain no longer working.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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In addition, recent research showed IPL treatments effective in managing skin lesions: bumps or patches of irregular skin.7 How Laser Types Compare The laser used to treat rosacea depends on the symptoms.Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
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It’s also known to cause skin lesions, raise risk of heart problems, and is associated with developmental disorders in childhood, according to the World Health Organization.Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 27 Nov. 2024
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While the landscape is abundant in expert trainers, societal awareness is still lacking, calling for comprehensive solutions that truly empower people with disabilities.Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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According to the Wall Street Journal, volunteers for Tiny Tim’s workshop include retirees, people with disabilities, Boy Scouts and even inmates who work on the wooden vehicles at Central Utah Correctional Facility.Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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The company recorded an impairment charge of $15,678 related to certain patent applications.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 13 Dec. 2024
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Beef liver also contains a lot of vitamin E—but for those who prefer something a little, um, intense, dandelion leaves also contain a lot of vitamin E. Vitamin C for clear lenses Cataracts are one of the main causes of visual impairment worldwide.Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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Those days are long gone, and that approach is now a recipe for a beating in modern MMA, as Gracie discovered on Saturday.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Villeneuve’s adaptation smartly shifts our allegiance to Zendaya’s Chani, who gets elevated from a side character to the film’s beating, conflicted heart.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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There is no one-size-fits-all solution for all companies affected by this lock damage.Sin To, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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No injuries or damage were reported during the airspace closure and base operations resumed later on Saturday without disruption.John Feng, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Mutilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutilation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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