lash out

Example Sentences

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When powerful industries "lash out like this", Ahmed said, "it is the sound of a system under pressure."

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

And this has made her really relatable, having her son lash out at her like this so publicly.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

Rather than learn and grow, Musk wants to lash out at those who remind him of his own worthlessness.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2024

Furious customers have even turned to Yelp, typically where you go to gripe about a soggy taco or brusque waiter, to lash out at the airline, which currently sits at 1.4 stars out of 5.

From Slate • Oct. 15, 2024

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

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke