unholy

Example Sentences

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The leader of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Thapa, believes younger voters are tired of "unholy alliances" and "poor governance" in previous coalitions, and that the party is listening to Gen Z voters.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

A God’s-eye view captures sparks and flames tearing a circle around his unholy play.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

These are images that evoke nature as a force at apparent odds with fashion, holy vs. unholy.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

"It's like an unholy alliance," says Catherine Pakaluk, an economist, mother of eight and stepmother of six.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2025

“Imagine what unholy things a lesser man must hold within his secret heart.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss