cardinal sin
Example Sentences
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To his new coach, the spectacular move constituted a cardinal sin.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Perhaps the cardinal sin in Garten’s Thanksgiving guidebook is waiting until the very last minute to prepare and serve your Thanksgiving meal.
From Salon ● Nov. 18, 2025
"I committed the cardinal sin," reflects David Adams, 87, a widower who lives alone in Glasgow.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2025
That has always been considered a cardinal sin in the sport.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 17, 2025
It would have been a cardinal sin to cover up those luscious chestnut locks.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
