malevolence

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On Wednesday, the chair of the inquiry, Lord Brodie, asked why the health board had changed its position after alleging unprofessionalism and malevolence on the part of the medics who raised concerns.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

He is a throbbing mass of malevolence, turned up — to reference Reiner’s “This Is Spinal Tap” — to 11.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

"He has shown a high level of malevolence, manipulation, and I would go so far as to say evil."

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Elordi’s “combination of beauty and something combustible” made him perfect for Heathcliff, says Fennell, adding that in the role he all but turns malevolence into a virtue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 30, 2025

The figure was fur-swathed, hooded, anonymous; but as it reached the deck, a golden monkey dæmon swung himself lightly up on the rail and glared around, his black eyes radiating malevolence.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman