infamous
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However, new research from the University of Sydney suggests these infamous reef destroyers may also have a surprisingly beneficial side.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Self-appointed witch-hunters such as the infamous Matthew Hopkins, who called himself a Witchfinder General, roamed the countryside in search of victims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
But Habba’s most infamous case as the president’s personal lawyer was one brought in the Southern District of Florida in May 2022.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
So who is Evans, how did he end up with one of Silicon Valley’s most infamous figures and what is he up to now?
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Nowhere was there one of Cluny’s infamous horde left alive.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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