craven
Example Sentences
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In a December 1904 message to Congress, Roosevelt disdained any “unmanly” inclination to a “peace of tyrannous terror, the peace of craven weakness, the peace of injustice.”
From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025
These craven handovers will have an entirely predictable result: They will only encourage further extortionate suits against news organizations.
From Salon • May 24, 2025
Or, for that matter, the jealous, craven Guy rising to the surface, whom Stan nails hilariously with each stewing grimace.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2024
Henry goes on to accuse Vennells of providing a "craven, self-serving account" of herself to the inquiry in a 750-page witness statement.
From BBC • May 24, 2024
"It was me who put your first sword in your hand. I know you are no craven."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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