bad rap
Example Sentences
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The Sheehans cast a vote against the Millionaires name on the grounds that it flaunts local wealth and gives the town a bad rap.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Florida appears to be getting a bad rap lately, at least in this column.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
“Eagles get a bad rap sometimes, and we see this in lots of parts of the world,” says Ng.
From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026
Though digital creatives often get a bad rap, underestimate Dimoldenberg at your peril.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026
“I don’t know why teenagers get a bad rap, because old people are way worse drivers.”
From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm
