damning
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The record from this trial, as Sotomayor pointed out, is quite damning.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
While prosecutors in the Southern District of New York described damning evidence, the indictment was equally notable for all that was not mentioned.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
On the surface that seems damning, since as stocks and bonds become more highly correlated, bonds presumably become less effective at reducing volatility.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
These stats are damning but Liverpool didn't set up to defend their own box for 90 minutes, despite starting with a back five.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
The most damning evidence, however, came from Dessie, who was a big Daughter Elk and knew things.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
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