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hardman

British  
/ ˈhɑːdˌmæn /

noun

  1. a tough, ruthless, or violent man

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As Mabel's former paper boy, Hardman used to visit her home almost daily and would have known she lived alone.

From BBC

Two months before Mabel's murder, Hardman had begged a German exchange student to bite his neck in the belief she was a vampire and could transform him.

From BBC

In 2003, Hardman applied for permission to appeal his conviction, but this was refused.

From BBC

A few months later, Renee Hardman became the first Black woman in the Iowa Senate.

From Salon

Hardman secured 71.4% of the vote, a full 27 points higher than Harris got in 2024.

From Salon