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With malice aforethought

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Legal Seriousness

Used to express a severe level of criminal intent in legal contexts, often related to murder charges.

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The defendant was charged with malice aforethought, underlining the seriousness of the crime.
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Cultural Resonance

Common in legal dramas and literature for historical authenticity, as the term dates back to older legal systems.

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In the novel, the villain's crime was described with malice aforethought, echoing legal language of the past.
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Not Casual

It's a formal legal term; avoid using it casually or jokingly due to its strong connotations.

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He jokingly said I ate his cake with malice aforethought, but it didn't really suit the situation.
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