desecrate

Example Sentences

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I regretted being honest, because in the moment, it felt as though honesty had desecrated the connection Allen and I were building.

From Los Angeles Times

Police stated that what ensued was a "violent riot" by "lawbreakers and troublemakers" who they say desecrated the mosque.

From BBC

Some activities courts have recognized as expressive conduct include making and displaying art and music, picketing, marching in parades, desecrating a U.S. flag, burning a draft card, dancing and other forms of live entertainment.

From Salon

“The shame is that they have no interest in equally pursuing pro-abortion domestic criminals that have vandalized and desecrated hundreds of churches and pregnancy care centers,” Mr. Burch said.

From Washington Times

Days before she had been accused of desecrating the national flag after she was caught on camera resting her bare feet on a table in front of the Indian colours.

From BBC