betray

Example Sentences

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"It's more comfortable for me because I know that I will not betray myself and not denounce myself."

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

But even those betray an iota of human-made whimsy, a sparkle of vulnerability.

From Slate • Jan. 7, 2026

We don’t have to ask if he would betray his wife and kids.

From Salon • Nov. 10, 2025

"You were prepared to betray your country for money," said Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2025

“How do we know you won’t betray us? Even if you think you’re on our side now, you might get back to that stronghold of Madoc’s and reconsider.”

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black