in bad faith
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They added: "We refuse to be intimidated by those whose actions we believe are being taken in bad faith and with the intent to profit from the life of someone who willingly gave so much."
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
But she determined in Monday’s ruling that she still had inherent authority to impose sanctions because the original lawsuit was filed in bad faith.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Further, it claimed that guild management had “surveilled workers for union activity, terminated union supporters, and engaged in bad faith surface bargaining.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 1, 2026
He also denies acting in "bad faith" against Llinos Griffin-Williams.
From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2025
He demanded the return of his gifts, which she had accepted in bad faith.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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