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innocent

[in-uh-suhnt] / ˈɪn ə sənt /




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For many targets of SEC enforcement, including those who are innocent, this process is the punishment.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

“Barry was an innocent man. A man who brought no harm to anyone,” his sister, O’koia Nixon, said during a vigil for Henderson held last week in Hollywood.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

This case is unusual because innocent prisoners typically petition for federal habeas corpus relief, not compassionate release.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

South Yorkshire Police have named Shanice Brookes, 30, as the "innocent bystander" killed outside One Four One in West Street in the early hours of Monday.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

What if Mr. Drysdale were as innocent as that chipmunk?

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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