Example Sentences

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A US judge has dismissed the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to a megaprison in El Salvador last year.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

And judging from those in attendance, parts of “The Fear of 13,” in which Adrien Brody plays a wrongfully convicted man on death row, are hilarious.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

A former executive at Live Nation, the world’s largest live entertainment company, is suing the company, alleging that he was wrongfully terminated after he raised concerns about alleged financial misconduct and improper accounting practices.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The counterterrorism director’s responsibilities include coordinating policy for external threats as well as leading efforts to free wrongfully detained Americans around the globe.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

“My sister and I were wrongfully taken from Rhode Island. I mean to get us back there.”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson