insulting

Example Sentences

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The video shows rows of students rudely rose and left mid-event while insulting people on the way out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

He can’t manage to get through it without several outbursts insulting the judge, but the trial is the first time in “I Swear” when we see John and his advocates achieve a breakthrough in understanding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Lutnick told Congress the ban was "insulting and disrespectful to America."

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Braverman, the Reform MP for Fareham and Waterlooville, said Richards' charity role was "insulting and inappropriate" to women with the condition, which affects areas of the body around the womb.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

"Why are you insulting me? I haven't been rude to you! Why do you call me a mouse?"

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl