cardinal sin
Example Sentences
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It did strike me as odd, however, that “Tony” is forged on a factual alteration that diverts Tony from the kitchen far too often — the movie’s cardinal sin.
From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026
As Justice Sonia Sotomayor explained, this test favored certain denominations over others based on subjective judgments about their theological practices—a cardinal sin under the First Amendment’s establishment clause.
From Slate ● Jun. 16, 2025
That has always been considered a cardinal sin in the sport.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 17, 2025
For most coaches, that is a cardinal sin.
From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2025
The cardinal sin, the one thing you were never, ever to do, was lose your keys.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
