unholy

Example Sentences

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Formed in England in 1968, Deep Purple became known as one of the "unholy trinity" of British heavy metal bands, alongside Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

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

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

Eschewing mobs of pitchfork-wielding villagers, Del Toro focuses on Victor’s inability to parent his unholy son.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

Another opponent, Lord Patten, branded the bill an "unholy legislative mess" that he said could lead to death becoming the "default solution to perceived suffering".

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025

Her uncle smiled, and an unholy light appeared in his eyes.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee