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wrongdoing

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

noun

  1. behavior or action that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy.

  2. an act that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy; misdeed; sin.

wrongdoing British  
/ ˈrɒŋˌduːɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act or an instance of doing something immoral or illegal

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Etymology

Origin of wrongdoing

First recorded in 1470–80; wrong + doing

Example Sentences

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Wasserman has not been accused of wrongdoing by any of Epstein's victims, and the appearance of his name in the files does not imply criminal activity of any kind.

From BBC

Appearing in the files is not an indication of wrongdoing.

From BBC

He has previously apologised for his past ties with Epstein but has strenuously denied any wrongdoing.

From BBC

Fuyao denies any wrongdoing and attributes its success to the same production prowess and economies of scale that have made China the world’s leading manufacturer.

From The Wall Street Journal

She has rejected any suggestions of wrongdoing in her career as a coach and said in 2022 she was baffled by Bach's remarks.

From BBC

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