ridicule
Example Sentences
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Sam says the BBC took care to prepare him for the scrutiny and ridicule that can come with taking part.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
The author uses judgment and trusts instincts to initiate conversations, giving priority to connection over potential embarrassment or societal ridicule.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
The plaintiffs said in their lawsuit that the posts and videos caused them “humiliation, ridicule, mental distress, embarrassment and loss of reputation” and made it difficult to do their law enforcement work.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 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
You will face more hate and ridicule and ostracism than you can even begin to fathom.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
Vocabulary lists containing ridicule
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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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