emboldened

Example Sentences

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But this time, many of the most prominent conservative commentators felt emboldened enough to openly criticize the administration’s actions.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

That is because families feel newly emboldened to denounce the arrests of their loved ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Over time, they became emboldened, and at least one pierced both eggs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

The detainees have been emboldened by the changes beyond the wire, she says.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

Afterward, I saw Bradley Cooper and felt emboldened to walk right up and say hello.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana