ostracized

Example Sentences

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Her being ostracized in season 2 is a direct result of her bad decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

He declared himself a conscientious objector during World War II. He was imprisoned, abandoned by his family and returned to Birmingham only to be further ostracized.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

The night ends early, and Craig is ostracized from the group.

From Salon • May 12, 2025

Kim Sang-wook, a PPP lawmaker who has been one such dissenting voice, recently revealed that he had been ostracized by senior party members, one of whom pressured him to quit the party.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2025

“Bruno was bullied and ostracized, alone and afraid. The city was a large and unforgiving place. Especially for those who seemed different. Especially for those who had no family, no community.”

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day