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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

So, why would an innocent prisoner seek compassionate release?

From Slate • May 29, 2026

“These guys were trying to steal money from innocent people, and somebody was messing with them,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 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

To think a child as young and as innocent as Willem could have done such a thing.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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