invidious

Example Sentences

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Some diplomats wonder if Trump may voice an opinion about who should replace Lord Mandelson, potentially putting No 10 in an invidious position.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

In truth, the PGA of America put Bradley in an invidious position by appointing him long before his days at the top of the game are done.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

Over the years, Congress has passed an array of sweeping statutes intended to protect some of the most vulnerable Americans from rank bigotry and invidious discrimination.

From Slate • Oct. 4, 2023

District Court’s dismissal of the equal protection violations, saying the foundation “has not plausibly alleged invidious discrimination by District officials.”

From Washington Times • Aug. 15, 2023

Like invidious doctors, they knew just where it hurt.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy