betrayed
Example Sentences
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"He betrayed the Iranians," said one woman in her 30s, requesting anonymity for security reasons.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
"I am suffering from crippling anxiety. I am trying to rebuild my life but I feel used and manipulated. I feel violated and betrayed."
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green captured the anguish and humanity of the betrayed King Marke, though he was underpowered in comparison with the others.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
“But I’ve been betrayed by hope before. But I understand what you’re saying. You have to have some hope. I’m just careful what I hope for.”
From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026
There was no way she’d betrayed them that way.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.