cowed
Example Sentences
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But O’Donnell has refused to be cowed by the president’s bullying for nearly 20 years.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
But feminists should not be cowed — and not just because this case, a version of which was already litigated in Carroll’s favor, is likely to crumble in court.
From Salon ● May 29, 2026
In seeking the injunction, Bonta’s office argues that Amazon threatens “dire consequences if vendors do not comply. Vendors, cowed by Amazon’s overwhelming bargaining leverage and fearing punishment, comply,” according to the filing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 20, 2026
Perhaps most importantly, she’s developing Claude’s understanding of itself so it won’t be easily cowed, manipulated or led to view its identity as anything other than helpful and humane.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 9, 2026
He was mocking me, of course, expecting me to slink down into my seat, cowed and ashamed.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
