avenging

Example Sentences

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The same, by the way, was true of Nat Turner and John Brown—bloodthirsty monsters for some, avenging angels for others.

From Slate • Dec. 18, 2024

The New Zealand-Canadian pair beat American Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic 7-5 6-3, avenging their loss in the Wimbledon final.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2024

While Paul's values are rooted in avenging his father through his thirst to eliminate the Harkonnens, he inadvertently evolves into Muad'dib, which is the name for a kangaroo mouse in Arrkais.

From Salon • Mar. 9, 2024

The Cougars knocked off Colorado on the road Saturday and are capable of avenging two losses to Cal by a combined eight points.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2024

It was about avenging him, which, like preparing the dead, must be accomplished in silence and secret.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros