name calling

Example Sentences

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Her family are now backing a Save Face campaign for a new law in her name, calling for more regulation in the industry.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2024

Was it all the golf he played, all the TV he watched, all the name calling?

From Salon • Oct. 26, 2024

Almost immediately after the team announced the name this week ahead of Saturday’s opening day game, criticism began pouring in on social media from people distressed by the name, calling it hurtful and insensitive.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2024

The Smithsonian didn’t delve into feral revenge scenarios or name calling or primal instincts.

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2023

He kept yeMing Percy’s name, calling him... brother?

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan