disgrace
Example Sentences
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She said it was "an absolute disgrace and contempt" towards victims' families.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
"I think all road users would agree that the condition of our local roads has become a national disgrace," said AIA chairman David Giles.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
He shot 43 free throws. which was somewhat of an NBA disgrace.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026
The Tribune had come in behind my essay with an editorial of its own, making similar points about the widespread disgrace of America’s youth sports system.
From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026
He addressed him with the proper degree of ferocity, telling him that he was a scoundrelly opportunist, a sybaritic barbarian, a disgrace to his upbringing and his ancestors, “AND”—and he paused in weighty emphasis—“a very...bad...dog!”
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
Vocabulary lists containing disgrace
"The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet," Vocabulary from Act 1
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Excerpts from "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet"
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"The Sporting Spirit"
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