alienating
Example Sentences
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Their crippling codependence is alienating, as if there really were only one of them.
From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026
Amid lagging sales, retailers marked down the figurines, alienating collectors who want to see items appreciate in value.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2026
The retailer tried to appeal to a broader swath of aspirational shoppers with less expensive items and deeper discounts, further alienating its high-end clientele.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Much of that universal appeal has been attributed to Parton's steadfast refusal to weigh into politics, for fear of alienating her fans.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
All while he was attempting to establish a life in Budapest, and yet alienating everyone around him, Bobby was also trying to win over Zita.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
