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
Some Country Club Park residents are apoplectic at the suggestion of removing the gates.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2024
VAR didn't highlight what was clear and obvious in the game between Newcastle versus Arsenal, which caused Arteta to go apoplectic.
From BBC • Nov. 12, 2023
Now that Mrs. Kuen was gone, I steeled myself for Ba’s apoplectic rage.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
