desecrate

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“Excessively entertainment-oriented portrayals desecrate the nation’s suffering and disrespect the people who made sacrifices,” read a recent commentary published in the state-run Economic Daily newspaper.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 27, 2025

Much of the city is in shock to see how graffiti has been allowed to desecrate our streets, highways, onramps, tunnels and private property over the past several years.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024

Calling the painting "sick stuff," Giuliani whined, "you can't do things that desecrate the most personal and deeply held views of people in society."

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2023

At issue is a proposal by one Indigenous group to expand and relocate its casino and whether the flashy new gambling hall, hotel and entertainment center would honor — or desecrate — the past.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2023

They joined ecstatic cults and allowed sick refugees to desecrate the great temples, where they died untended.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann