asshole

Example Sentences

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The post appeared on r/AmITheAsshole; the OP—Reddit jargon for “original poster”—wanted to know if she’d be the asshole for declining to attend the supposed friend’s wedding.

From Slate • Aug. 5, 2024

"Cobra Kai" revisits the same characters over 30 years later and we're forced to reconsider that Daniel was a bit of an asshole and that Johnny was going through some shit.

From Salon • May 27, 2022

And yeah, it makes Boogie look like an asshole, but that’s part of this character.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2021

“I framed the story with me as the asshole dad because that’s my comedic persona and my fans and friends know it’s ‘a bit,'” Roderick wrote on his website.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2021

Finally, I just stood there shaking, and Officer Popish, whom others considered an asshole, held my arm and I felt deep gratitude.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover