abhorrent
Example Sentences
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It “reflects UC Berkeley’s long-standing values and objectives when it comes to combating abhorrent antisemitic expression, harassment, and discrimination when it occurs on the Berkeley campus,” Mogulof said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
Spurs said the "conduct of a small number of fans" was "utterly abhorrent" and have issued them with banning orders.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
“Richard believes that Epstein’s actions were abhorrent and supports the right to justice for his many victims,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
Speaking to the BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg programme, Sir Keir again called the posts "abhorrent" and said he "should have been made aware and I wasn't".
From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026
But I make Peeta eat the remainder because I want to keep tasting things, and the idea of throwing away food, as I see so many people doing so casually, is abhorrent to me.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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