jeering

Example Sentences

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“This is a family town,” the arresting officer tells jeering onlookers as he and the two others handcuff Gamble.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

“It just sounds pretty boring,” he says, and pushes a jeering mob of brainless sheep to repeat whatever he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Undeterred, she began dancing before enduring more whistles and jeering during her on-court interview.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Around 3,500 vocal fans filled the intimate arena, jeering TKV on his ring walk.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

Ralph longed to return to the inn, but he knew that even if he found a way to get there, he could never face the jeering little relatives.

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary