bullied

Example Sentences

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The mum-of-two says some have "bullied" her for her post-baby body or commented on her "saggy tummy", while others have chastised her for being "too skinny".

From BBC • May 13, 2026

To me, a man is defined by his willingness to provide, support and protect: for his family, his close friends, the vulnerable who are bullied, and his nation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

They bullied the Lakers in a nationally televised, Christmas Day showcase, and to add injury to insult, Reaves re-aggravated a calf injury that kept him out for six weeks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

It is true that people — not just women — are marrying later than they used to, but that’s not because of being bullied by feminists into it.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Luke and I drove across into the city and Luke bullied the superintendent into opening up the apartment.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood