the cold shoulder
Example Sentences
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Annika Freden, associate professor in political science at Lund University, said Kristersson could expect to get the cold shoulder from the centre.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
Other previously widely beloved comedians considered shoo-ins to host award shows now get the cold shoulder from audiences.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
Mid-sized formats, meanwhile, are getting the cold shoulder, Rennie said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
“Yellowstone” and “Marshals” star Luke Grimes recently told podcaster Joe Rogan that he’s gotten the cold shoulder after moving to the Big Sky State with his family.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 23, 2026
I was prepared for his wrath, but the cold shoulder stings more.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
