name calling
Example Sentences
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He said Mr Rogers had reported being subjected to "name calling, targeted behaviour and exclusion and rejection following allegations made against him about his conduct".
From BBC • Nov. 14, 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
Turns out Greene herself could not say her name, calling her "Lincoln Riley" instead of "Laken Riley" in an interview with NewsNation.
From Salon • Mar. 12, 2024
Expect brief verbal arguments between family and friends, but no name calling.
From Washington Post • Mar. 24, 2023
Because, through the heavy water, I heard the sound of an angel calling my name, calling me to the only heaven I wanted.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
