in disgrace

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When he did accept the post of White House economic adviser, he was not confirmed until after Nixon resigned in disgrace, and working for Gerald Ford.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

But in the end, they did - choosing to spend Christmas Day with the wider Royal Family, rather than with their parents in disgrace at Royal Lodge.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

A top official overseeing the test’s creation resigned in disgrace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

When Gray tried to do this in the 1970s, accountability still held force, and Gray left office in disgrace.

From Salon • Oct. 4, 2025

He knew by this that he was in disgrace, and he purposely neglected to wash behind his ears.

From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers