incensed

Example Sentences

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Napoli were incensed after having a penalty award overturned and then a goal disallowed in the first half.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Rodri was incensed with referee Robert Jones' decision to allow Dominic Solanke's goal in City's 2-2 draw at Tottenham in the Premier League on February 1.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Act too supinely and it could alienate voters who, polls show, are growing increasingly incensed at the friendly fire pouring out from Washington, said Peter Matuschek, director of Germany’s Forsa polling group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

Replays showed the slightest of contact was made by Verbruggen's high foot but, with the ball seemingly running harmlessly away from goal, Brighton's staff, players and fans were left incensed by the decision.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Yes, I was fairly incensed last night, but looking back, shouldn’t I be the one apologizing for what I did to her?

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone