odious

Example Sentences

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“The most odious of all oppressions are those which mask as justice,” he warned.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2026

The U.S. wants him to sign a peace deal with provisions that most Ukrainians find odious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025

One after another, they denounced political violence and defended Kirk’s right — everyone’s right — to speak on politics in safety, regardless of whether their message is uplifting or odious.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

"Comparisons are odious," wrote Cervantes in Don Quijote.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2025

My servitude pained him, but not enough to return him to the arms of his odious, though beloved, wife.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine