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  • past tense form of cow.
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cowed

[koud] / kaʊd /




ADJECTIVE
intimidated
Synonyms




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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

Tech was the major driver behind the better-than-expected earnings growth in the first quarter of this year, as well as subsequent upward revisions, so it’s little wonder bulls aren’t cowed.

From Barron's Jun. 8, 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

How he hadn’t been the least bit cowed by the rude remarks or digs of the night.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon




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