betrayed

Example Sentences

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I can see why your friend felt betrayed.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

"These events raise profound questions about the integrity and independence of the review process. Bereaved families deserve complete transparency," he said, adding that he felt "profoundly betrayed" by the Amos review.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

"I feel like the Kenyan government and Alfred Mutua have betrayed us," she added, speaking from her home in the Kakamega region of western Kenya.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

We’d expect to hear something similar from Redick — whose poker face isn’t as good as Barbarez’s, whose small sigh and slight smile betrayed his only emotions during his postgame news conference Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

I didn’t have to be there when the social worker called him and told him what I reported; I knew the rage he felt, and I knew he felt I betrayed him.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam