disown

Example Sentences

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“My family would disown me,” he told the network in an email.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 29, 2023

Rishi Sunak had to disown them publicly, insisting Ukraine had always been grateful.

From BBC • Jul. 12, 2023

“Your own family members often hold opposing opinions, but you don’t disown them for that,” Mr. Warren wrote.

From Washington Times • Jun. 12, 2023

As a second-generation Scientologist, Jen B. said she thought her friends and parents would disown her if she reported Masterson.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2022

“At one point, I had to disown my family to go off and live my own life, too. I understand why you need to do the same.”

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah