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affronted







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But it wasn’t just Catholics who were affronted.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

And all indications are that he is prepared to inflict considerable economic and environmental damage to assuage his affronted pride.

From Seattle Times • May 19, 2024

Offensive material is disagreeable to the affronted party, but even a wounded critic might concede when such jokes are successful and exciting.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2024

Oddly, I was affronted that the masses had bestowed this honor on a different toy.

From New York Times • Dec. 23, 2022

He turned and left, the very picture of affronted dignity.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss