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Recent Examples of mutilation
The report contains nearly 300 pages documenting mass rape, tortured families, mutilation of bodies and murder.
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Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
Morens faces charges of conspiracy against the United States; destruction, alteration or falsification of records in federal investigations; concealment, removal or mutilation of records; and aiding and abetting, according to a Justice Department news release.
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Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
The footage then cuts to the character in various stages of mutilation, pre- and post a violent attack.
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Denise Petski,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
After a monthslong investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, Burke, 21, was arrested last week and charged this week with capital murder, lewd or lascivious acts with a minor, and mutilation of human remains.
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Nathaniel Percy,
Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
Morens faces charges of conspiracy against the United States; destruction, alteration or falsification of records in federal investigations; concealment, removal or mutilation of records; and aiding and abetting, according to a Justice Department news release.
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Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
The footage then cuts to the character in various stages of mutilation, pre- and post a violent attack.
—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
After a monthslong investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, Burke, 21, was arrested last week and charged this week with capital murder, lewd or lascivious acts with a minor, and mutilation of human remains.
—
Nathaniel Percy,
Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutilation
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So even if you get frustrated, or things don’t go according to plan, try to stay calm and practice patience amid the mayhem.
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That in the midst of this mayhem and chaos of the production, that Spielberg is still focused on the characters and the story.
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The eight-minute short — in which a Parisian man with a facial disfigurement named Marcel dances hopefully in his apartment every night awaiting a non-existent companion — is in fact the brainchild of one Robert Gaudette.
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However, Glanville still maintains that her severe facial disfigurement was caused by a parasite.
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And certain combinations of drugs may also increase the risk of harm.
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Using chemical-laden sprays and repellents isn't always a desirable way to deal with these insect pests, and the use of chemical pesticides can cause harm to wildlife and kill beneficial pollinators.
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In 2023, more than a decade after a experiencing season-ending racing injuries, Muniz decided to pursue his dream of NASCAR racing full-throttle and announced his return to stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series.
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Pulisic looked rusty while getting his first start since the group stage opener when he was subbed out at halftime with a calf injury.
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The bacteria can multiply rapidly, leading to septic shock and blistering skin lesions.
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Asymptomatic lesions discovered incidentally in populations could also be monitored en masse to generate a robust database that would help researchers learn which types of lesions are more (or less) likely to turn malignant.
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The 12-day barrage came on the back of a series of setbacks for Iran’s leaders, including the crippling of its regional allies Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Many of those affected were elderly residents or people with disabilities living on the fourth and fifth floors of the building.
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Fernandez later died from her injuries and Puig suffered a traumatic brain injury that left her with a lifetime of disabilities.
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The lawsuit emphasizes that the rule could force doctors to make complex work impairment assessments and lead to eligible individuals losing vital healthcare, shifting costs and confusion onto states.
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After observing signs of impairment, the officers arrested the driver, the state patrol says.
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“Mutilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutilation. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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