embarrass

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.

This is not revelation: The defense secretary is well known for preening for the cameras with a level of self-regard that would embarrass most supermodels.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

They were blown away by Ireland at Twickenham as the men in green ran in five tries to embarrass Steve Borthwick's side 42-21.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Perhaps the biggest concern has been Dent’s inability to embarrass defenders like he did as a Lobo.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

The aim is to help the other person in a way that doesn’t shame or embarrass them, which reporting to HR or telling a manager would surely do.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

Sometimes the only way to teach people was to embarrass them, wake them up, make them see the error of their ways.

From "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly