unflatteringly

Example Sentences

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She emphasized Hedwig’s insecurity about her class and her appearance, with her severe updo and unflatteringly oversize dresses.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2023

The former Sonic/Hall of Famer was portrayed rather unflatteringly in HBO’s “Winning Time” — a dramatization of the Magic Johnson-led Lakers’ rise to prominence.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2022

Josh unflatteringly describes it as an "engineering novelty".

From BBC • Aug. 24, 2021

He became famous not for his celebrity but for a comical misplay unflatteringly known as “the butt fumble.”

From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2018

"I didn't believe you had the gumption!" she said unflatteringly.

From Why Joan? by Kelly, Eleanor Mercein