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uhn tooh awrd

  • s  not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
    moved to curb their untoward ribaldry
  • s  contrary to your interests or welfare
    made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions

  • It's much easier on the knees than running and, beyond an occasional stitch in the side, doesn't trigger untoward side effects.
  • But it rumbled by as if nothing untoward were happening.
  • Last week, scientists found a name for that grim plague which, since the untoward demise of a certain Mexican woman three weeks ago, has caused a series of deaths so sinister .
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  • Mothers of Down Syndrome Babies Have Options in Ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem
    Having a child with Down syndrome comes with enormous challenges. For ultra-Orthodox Israeli women, there are at least two ways to get rid of so untoward a burden. Click here for the rest of the article...
    July 18, 2013 - The Forward
  • Florida jury finds George Zimmerman not guilty
    By Michael Muskal and Carolyn Cole, Los Angeles Times SANFORD, Fla. — Before the jury in the George Zimmerman murder case brought back its verdict the judge warned those in the courtroom against any untoward displays of emotion or outbursts.…
    July 14, 2013 - Q13 FOX Seattle

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