- present participle of alienate.
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
But the move risks alienating customers who already may be grumbling about the complex array of ticket options when it comes time to book a flight.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
Cracker Barrel must decide between appealing to its most loyal diners or potentially alienating them by breaking from its roots.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Such controversies highlight the delicate balance facing brands hoping to attract younger audiences without alienating their core, longstanding customer base.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Worried about alienating the boy, Franz said little during such outbursts and let him rant.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
