shame
Example Sentences
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It was real shame that Brentford missed out on Europe, but they can take huge credit from this season.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
"It's a shame it's come to this but we have no choice. It's a way to survive," he said.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Daniel is pleased there will be changes but adds it's "a shame those who attended the first few shows have effectively had to be guinea pigs".
From BBC • May 20, 2026
As a result, this kind of media will likely play a growing role in the manufacturing of online scandals, said Renée DiResta, a researcher who studies internet shame campaigns.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
I could feel my neck turning splotchy with the shame of Ma’s scheme.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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