treasonous
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At the time of Gill's conviction Reform UK said it was glad justice was served, calling his actions "reprehensible, treasonous and unforgivable".
From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025
In my America, like Pope Leo’s, speaking multiple tongues and being a citizen of multiple countries is normal, not treasonous — Leo is a dual Peruvian U.S. citizen who speaks five languages.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2025
When the Framers of the Constitution debated inclusion of a pardon power, they were concerned that a president would pardon his co-conspirators in treasonous plots.
From Slate • Jan. 22, 2025
It’s not at all treasonous to say that one of Thursday’s most potent moments actually came while Queen Bey went off for her final wardrobe change, ceding the spotlight to her battalion of dancers.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 15, 2023
"I serve the Starks, not some treasonous squid of—aah."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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