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

In theory, a similar arrangement is possible with a decimated, chastened regime in Tehran.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 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

Lawrence wrote back, at once chastened and defensive, on the eve of his departure for Brussels.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik