rubbed

Example Sentences

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Despite my rebelliousness, my parents’ work ethic had rubbed off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

His grandiose persona rubbed many the wrong way early on, earning him a villain label.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

This loss has rubbed some of the shine off the coalition and Meloni herself, long the strong woman of Italian politics, has been left looking more vulnerable.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“They rubbed a little salt in the wound,” Knight said.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

She showed it in the way she rubbed her throat across Fred’s spiky back, let Selkie sniff her nose, and let Nim tickle her chin.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr