wronged
Americanadjective
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But I’ve no doubt that, like me, many people found comfort in the story’s resolute belief in humankind’s capacity for grace even after someone has greatly wronged us.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
Donaldson replied: "When you have wronged someone, what is wrong with seeking forgiveness?"
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
What I’ve found is that no one is right, and everyone feels wronged no matter what.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 11, 2026
He’s deeply remorseful about how he wronged family, friends and colleagues.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
It’s something she can savor and control, this feeling of having been wronged by the world.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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