insult

Example Sentences

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"It is not the same to have your entire self debated, ripped apart, dissected, insulted, trampled on in this chamber and more widely as though it were a mere abstract question," he said.

From BBC

Their rude comments hurt, but maybe insults were better than this nuclear-level awkwardness.

From Literature

"And take care not to insult her, now. Like Bronden, she is not a woman to be trifled with."

From Literature

Years of insults and diss tracks and pranks and social media posts have followed, with small islands of peace floating by from time to time.

From Los Angeles Times

But I wanted to be respectful and not say anything insulting.

From Literature