lash out

Example Sentences

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Benjamin Samat, a French influencer living in Dubai, took to Instagram to lash out at "those who on social media are rejoicing that the French are going through this".

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

“Equipped with sharp hooves and antlers, a deer will lash out and defend itself if startled. This happens most often when visitors try to approach or feed them.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2025

But somehow, many of us cannot get over regret, resentment, or anger, and we lash out, causing harm to those who least deserve it.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2025

The reality check sees Crane lash out, dismissing their project as “not a real thing”, only for Oosterveen’s frustrations to boil over.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2024

Sometimes you wanted to lash out at the whole world, but it did no good, none at all.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke