backlash
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Caitlin Clark is tarnishing her legacy by constantly complaining about fouling, fighting with her coach and pushing backlash against media covering her.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
In Benidorm, as he ponders what looks likely to be another record-breaking summer for Spain, Fede Fuster acknowledges the backlash against his sector.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
The backlash was playful, but it reflected something real about the mood of the city.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
In response to the backlash, Koc issued a brief apology published by Koc Holding on X, saying his remarks "were not intended to target any particular group".
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Breaking these rules can create significant backlash for the Carville administration and from the public, who still carry a deep-seated fear of the disease.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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