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Discover LudwigThe phrase "grievous sin" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It can be used to refer to a very serious or severe wrongdoing or offense. Example: "The priest counseled the young man to confess his grievous sins and seek forgiveness."
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The abuse of children is a grievous sin against God.
Even going to the movies was a grievous sin.
For starters, Commerce says Mazda earned too little profit -- a grievous sin according to U.S. law.
"Abortion is a grievous sin before God, condemned by the Scriptures," the Synod's letter read.
Well into the 19th century, taking one's own life was considered a grievous sin.
In the Letter to the Hebrews one who is baptized irrevocably forfeits salvation through a relapse into grievous sin.
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The third – mortal – were grievous sins.
According to Barton, God is punishing American for its grievous sins, like granting women reproductive rights.
Steven Anderson, the leader of an associated church, said in a YouTube video that Romero had committed "grievous sins".
He tears not the veil of reputation of his worshippers even for grievous sins, and does not withhold their daily allowance of bread for great crimes.
Mr Burrows acknowledged his wrongdoing he has paid back the fares but suggested there might be more grievous sins for the FCA to root out within the sector.
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