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The BBC understands the activist's messages had not been brought to attention of the prime minister until they were highlighted in recent days - and the government considers them to be abhorrent.

From BBC Dec. 28, 2025

But I also find the whole field to be abhorrent.

From Slate Sep. 22, 2020

That logic should be abhorrent but there has been little outrage from the American people.

From Salon Jun. 3, 2020

In addition, abuse of power can be abhorrent without being a violation of the law.

From The New Yorker Aug. 25, 2018

Waste of any kind should be abhorrent to all of us at this time.

From Food Guide for War Service at Home Prepared under the direction of the United States Food Administration in co-operation with the United States Department of Agriculture and the Bureau of Education, with a preface by Herbert Hoover by Powdermaker, Florence




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