malevolence

Example Sentences

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"He has shown a high level of malevolence, manipulation, and I would go so far as to say evil."

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Elordi’s “combination of beauty and something combustible” made him perfect for Heathcliff, says Fennell, adding that in the role he all but turns malevolence into a virtue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 30, 2025

Owens brings a blend of loony energy and sincere malevolence that Cooper can’t quite muster.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2025

"It's not a sense of malevolence, but a huge sense of negligence and neglect and not following good practice," added Esme.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2025

No one else had ever survived such a clawing, and the scar reminded everyone of Vandara's courage and vigor as well as her malevolence.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry