be ashamed

Example Sentences

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"So I will never be ashamed that I was on trial, that I have spent 18 months in prison, that I may face many more."

From BBC • May 5, 2026

"I know there are many who use 'socialist' as a dirty word, something to be ashamed of," the 34-year-old told a packed room in Queens.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

“Your grandpa would be ashamed of your boys,” reads its website.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

I could not possibly be less interested in A.I. video or image generation, which carry dire consequences for society that Altman should be ashamed of just shrugging off.

From Slate • Feb. 10, 2026

“They told me I should be ashamed to sing a naiadic tune,” Lena replied.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull