ridicule
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Meanwhile, the management of the captain‑led pre‑kick‑off huddle in the 1-0 home loss to Newcastle drew ridicule and frustrated officials, and Rosenior's side have appeared increasingly open defensively during their run of three straight defeats.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
But across the rest of social media, the film and its PR campaign have drawn ridicule with several internet users posting screenshots showing cinemas that have sold no seats for screenings of "Melania."
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
On the one hand, the plaintiff claims that he and his family have suffered ridicule and that his dignity, peace of mind, and enjoyment of life have been compromised.
From Slate • Jan. 15, 2026
“I wanted to laugh with them and sometimes their naivete is funny and endearing. But I never wanted to ridicule them. Of course, it’s a very scary thing to try and do.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025
He was not one who enjoyed public exposure or ridicule.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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English Words Derived from French, List 1
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Excerpt from "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
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