cold-blooded
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Vladimir Putin’s understanding of world affairs is cold-blooded, but also rational enough on its own terms.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
"Insects are cold-blooded, so they are at the mercy of external temperatures," said Northwestern's Marco Gallio, who led the study.
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
Put a cold-blooded spin on it and “Sinners” is now the biggest loser in Oscars history, ceding 12 of its 16 record-breaking nominations to other films.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
But Eisenstein’s staging, and in particular the editing, create a microcosm of the authorities’ cold-blooded reaction to popular unrest across Russia.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
It was a useful reminder that all men, even the most seemingly cold-blooded, have a core of decency, and that if their heart is touched, they are capable of changing.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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