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avarice

[av-er-is] / ˈæv ər ɪs /


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The death of a British teen reveals a bizarre tale of avarice and deception.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 11, 2026

Hollywood, we all know, is tanking — what with AI, strikes, streaming, high L.A. costs of everything, talent drain, avarice, you name it.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 3, 2026

But some of the most striking examples are not of intentional cruelty or blatant avarice but of simple blind spots.

From Salon Dec. 31, 2024

It would, no doubt, make them wealthy beyond the dreams of avarice.

From Seattle Times Dec. 7, 2022

They knew his ignorance, his cruelty, his avarice, his appetites, his sins.

From "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck




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