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dishonor

[dis-on-er] / dɪsˈɒn ər /




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The “Thumbs Down” dishonor is the latest backlash against Smith from Black media figures and others.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026

Moreover, for Aristotle, hubris is not an offense against the gods but is characterized by acts that dishonor other persons.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026

“As a woman, this is really disgusting to see. Not to mention, it brings dishonor on the House of Representatives.”

From Salon ● Feb. 25, 2026

Mr Wolff wrote that executing Dorsey "will dishonor our system of capital punishment".

From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2024

“No, I think you’re like James,” said Lupin, “who would have regarded it as the height of dishonor to mistrust his friends.”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling


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