wronged

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That leaves the other parent to contest the matter if they feel wronged, and that could lead to a messy situation with the IRS.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Directed by Bille August, this ‘Masterpiece’ adaptation of the Alexandre Dumas classic stars Sam Claflin as the wronged seaman and Jeremy Irons as his friend and fellow prisoner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

In any Hollywood film, the good guy must be wronged; only thereafter does he wreak havoc.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Has Riley forgiven the people who’ve wronged him?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

“We have not wronged the ignorant girl, but helped her to be rid of false loves,” he said in a gentle voice.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein