: a lack of certainty about whether something is right or wrong
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Grubbs cites Sam Peckinpah, the Coen brothers and Jacques Audiard as key influences, particularly in their handling of moral ambiguity, atmosphere and crime.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
15 July 2026 Wolfe’s book is both a crime story and a study in moral ambiguity.—
Greg Hanlon,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026 Look at that last sentence and try to think of another Marvel comic with that much uncertainty and moral ambiguity.—Literary Hub,
22 June 2026 He is best known for his provocative style that explores themes of sexuality, power and moral ambiguity.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for moral ambiguity