anathematize

Example Sentences

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It is to Mr. Hale’s great credit that he refuses to anathematize the prodigal children in his book.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Should we anathematize communication with half the population?

From Washington Post • Dec. 31, 2020

This became another reason to anathematize Golden Books, which were for decades shunned by library buyers.

From Slate • Jan. 12, 2017

She must have no terms with it; if she would be true to her Master, she must ban and anathematize it.

From Apologia Pro Vita Sua by Newman, John Henry

Fleetword heeded not this, but rejoicing sincerely in any event that gave him opportunity of speech, proceeded to anathematize the whole assembly as confidently as if he had been the pope's legate.

From The Buccaneer A Tale by Hall, S. C., Mrs.