antagonized

Example Sentences

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Some also contend the deal has unnecessarily antagonized China, Australia’s main trading partner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025

When a person goes to the store and finds almost everything locked up behind plastic because of shoplifting, they may feel antagonized and triggered.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2025

Neither side was eager to prolong a battle that antagonized customers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2024

Yet this month, it antagonized someone much more powerful, and is already retreating just a touch.

From Slate • May 21, 2024

But this explanation only antagonized foes of the antipoverty group.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson