malice

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In a second phase, jurors added a further $3 million in total punitive damages after finding both companies had acted with malice, oppression or fraud.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Ultimately, the reviews exist to help other guests and hosts to make an informed decision, and the entire system works better if people are honest and act without malice.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

She argued that prosecutors failed to prove such malice and that the judge never clearly defined that term.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

When Mike makes an unexpected pass at her, Marge responds with grace, not malice.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Werfel thought about what waited for him once Spurge left: the fury of the du Burghs and the hidden malice of the secret police.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin