be insulted

Example Sentences

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I differ from you in your reaction to be insulted by this shower invitation.

From Washington Post • Feb. 23, 2023

"I don't think she'd be insulted, but she reminded me of my mother," a visibly delighted Biden told reporters later.

From Reuters • Sep. 12, 2022

And I could just feel them be insulted that I had such a good seat.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2021

She later played host to Mr. Biden and the first lady, Jill Biden, at Windsor Castle, after which the president told reporters, “I don’t think she’d be insulted but she reminded me of my mother.”

From New York Times • Oct. 20, 2021

Would you be insulted if I took you to Old Navy?”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle