chastened
Example Sentences
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There is also a point to prove for Rohl and his chastened squad.
From BBC ● May 9, 2026
And we pundits, chastened by having been burned, are reluctant to get too far out over our skis.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 20, 2026
Well, I was neither totally broke nor fully chastened and was eager to make back my losses.
From Barron's ● Dec. 31, 2025
Read carefully in a press somewhat chastened by its previous misreporting and you learn a couple of things.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
He exchanged a chastened glance with Ruza as Azareen passed them on the trail and took the lead.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
