ostracize

Example Sentences

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When the Athenians voted to ostracize him, he became a Persian governor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

“The Traitors” is a social game, so when Funches’ early big swing at another contestant misses terribly, the rest of the players instantly ostracize him.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026

The military’s actions caused many nations to ostracize the ruling generals and impose political and economic sanctions on them.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2022

I think the minute that you do that, you you ostracize half the community.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2022

I want to see the kingdom ostracize him.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton