doormat

Example Sentences

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The U.S. men aren’t a powerhouse, but they’re not a doormat, either.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

A note the attackers left under his doormat read "No Data Centers."

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Most humans would rather be a doormat than a battering ram, regardless of the urgency or circumstance.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025

Read on: Meta’s stock is the new ‘Magnificent Seven’ doormat.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 4, 2025

Sohrab dug the toes of his cleats into the doormat and chewed the inside of his cheeks.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram