damning

Example Sentences

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This is a damning indictment of them, and our larger culture and society.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

But nothing is more damning to the Moreno era than the handling of arguably the greatest player in baseball history.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The fact that Djokovic is the most plausible title contender is a damning indictment on the rest.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The record from this trial, as Sotomayor pointed out, is quite damning.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

I next asked if he’d open it for me, which is when I heard some rustling and then a long, damning pause on the other end of the line.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama