taunted
Example Sentences
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In the years that followed, people stared at him on the streets or taunted him.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
The Lancers were particularly excited because Champlin taunted them after saving Wednesday’s 4-1 win, leading to shoving and pushing after the game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
They have operated within a context of fairly constant challenge—surrounded, pushed, jeered and taunted.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
On social media, he has called Powell “stupid” and “angry” and taunted him with the nickname “Too Late.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026
“Look alive,” Brum taunted, but the girl didn’t move.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
