craven

Example Sentences

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In a December 1904 message to Congress, Roosevelt disdained any “unmanly” inclination to a “peace of tyrannous terror, the peace of craven weakness, the peace of injustice.”

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025

She might see it that way, but many voters — including those she most needs to impress — are more likely to see it as annoying and craven.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2024

Henry goes on to accuse Vennells of providing a "craven, self-serving account" of herself to the inquiry in a 750-page witness statement.

From BBC • May 24, 2024

The bench slap he received on Tuesday, however, makes that craven move harder to pull off with a straight face.

From Slate • Feb. 6, 2024

It is true that we are not yet at open war with the Black Land, and there are some, close to the king’s ear, that speak craven counsels; but war is coming.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien