scandalize

Example Sentences

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A mosque attendant, appalled, caught the diggers in action and rumors began to fly, scandalizing members of the city’s various faiths.

From New York Times

In light of the allegations, Manson has since appealed to a new demographic for redemption, albeit one he long scandalized: Christians.

From Los Angeles Times

Some Southern audiences were scandalized by it because Washington’s light skin, combined with the ambiguity of the black-and-white cinematography, made it impossible for them to discern whether the actress was truly Black or truly white.

From New York Times

We take our pleasure being amused and sanctimoniously scandalized, clucking about the need to be better while not being any better.

From Los Angeles Times

Castilho’s case is one of a series of examples that have led to explosive accusations against Prevent Senior, which operates 10 hospitals in Sao Paulo, that have scandalized Brazil.

From Seattle Times