bad rap

Example Sentences

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"So many companies are getting a massively bad rap for being these techno overlords. What better way to cut through than to create a cute and cuddly, anthropomorphic mascot?"

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The Sheehans cast a vote against the Millionaires name on the grounds that it flaunts local wealth and gives the town a bad rap.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Florida appears to be getting a bad rap lately, at least in this column.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

“Eagles get a bad rap sometimes, and we see this in lots of parts of the world,” says Ng.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

“I don’t know why teenagers get a bad rap, because old people are way worse drivers.”

From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm