chastened
Example Sentences
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There is also a point to prove for Rohl and his chastened squad.
From BBC ● May 9, 2026
In theory, a similar arrangement is possible with a decimated, chastened regime in Tehran.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 13, 2026
His players should be equally chastened after this lacklustre surrender.
From Barron's ● Nov. 25, 2025
Read carefully in a press somewhat chastened by its previous misreporting and you learn a couple of things.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
Lexie looked chastened for an instant, then rolled her eyes.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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