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demented

[dih-men-tid] / dɪˈmɛn tɪd /


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It’s positively demented, but it’s not insanity for insanity’s sake.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Myers makes the most of one of the musical’s most beloved numbers, “Not While I’m Around,” Tobias’ duet with Mrs. Lovett that both performers bring to poignant, demented life.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Doug feverishly bangs out a script and Griff, who plans to star in the remake, calls it “a masterpiece,” though the demented glint in Mr. Black’s eyes assures us it’s anything but.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

Last year, for instance, was a “hell hotel,” with rooms themed to demented clowns or terror at sea.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

And you recall how you plunged with the Founder, the Leader, deep into the black art of escape, guided at first, indeed, initiated, by the seemingly demented one who had learned his craft in slavery.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison




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