mockery
Example Sentences
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She locked down comments on the post in an apparent attempt to stanch the torrent of mockery her made-up acronym invited.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Then he dismissed her with a Truth Social post where he used the praise once again, making it feel, especially if one were to read it aloud in his voice, like mockery.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
However, the “Hannah Montana” star did not end her mockery there—going on to accuse Cooper of feigning innocence about the proximity of their properties.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
Djokovic pointed out Alcaraz had the advantage in that regard - given he was 16 years younger - but the veteran made a mockery of the age difference in a blistering start.
From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026
He said bhaiyya ingratiatingly, cloyingly, making it a mockery of the word.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
Vocabulary lists containing mockery
"The Tell-Tale Heart," Vocabulary from the short story
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"On Women's Right to Vote" by Susan B. Anthony
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"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act III
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