temporary insanity
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Companies can spark temporary insanity by just saying some magic words.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
In March, Leveille provided a notice of her intent to rely upon a defense of temporary insanity.
From Washington Times • Sep. 25, 2023
Linda looks back at her experience as a "temporary insanity" and says she was "under his spell".
From BBC • Sep. 15, 2023
Her defense attorney, Arjen Greydanus, said Friday that Wilson’s testimony about the horrors she endured was effective and the jury found her not guilty by reason of temporary insanity.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2017
Though he spoke with a dignified and mournful clarity, he had but one contribution to make that was relevant to a claim of temporary insanity.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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