apoplectic

Example Sentences

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My remarks moved an apoplectic plaintiff’s lawyer to point across the room at his opposing counsel, leer in my direction, and ask, “So are you accusing me of colluding with him?”

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

Beijing’s apoplectic response to Takaichi’s perceived intervention in China’s affairs has included intense personal attacks on the new prime minister, often linking her with the militarism that fueled Japan’s brutal conduct in World War II.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

She continued that by the time she got home she had been "apoplectic with rage”, and had been "crying all night” because of her experience.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2024

Some Country Club Park residents are apoplectic at the suggestion of removing the gates.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2024

It was a furious voice, and it grew louder and more furious with each apoplectic word.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood