maligned

Example Sentences

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Has a maligned New York athlete enjoyed a renaissance quite like Towns, aka KAT?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Oral estrogens have been unfairly maligned, while transdermal patches have been deemed a safer option.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Richly talented but much maligned, England captain Harry Brook finally achieved redemption at Pallekele stadium in Kandy after a torrid few months -- and came of age as a leader.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Often maligned for her lack of goals compared with fellow forward Blackstenius, Russo's all-round play is what makes her a key component in Slegers' system.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

My mother took note of anyone who maligned any characteristic of her husband or anything associated with him.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey