scapegoat
Example Sentences
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When policies fail and public support craters, authoritarian regimes inevitably seek a scapegoat.
From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026
In short, the fearmongers need a new scapegoat.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
Defence lawyer Jason Goss said prosecutors were trying to scapegoat Gonzales, 52, and make him "pay for the pain of that day".
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026
“It seems like equating ‘air rage’ to attire is making clothing the scapegoat for an overly expensive, stressful and corporate-oriented flying experience,” said Iain Gordon.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026
He had the feeling that Brother Leon was that kind of character, that he would need a scapegoat and Brian would be closest at hand.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
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