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embarrass

[em-bar-uhs] / ɛmˈbær əs /


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This is not revelation: The defense secretary is well known for preening for the cameras with a level of self-regard that would embarrass most supermodels.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

They were blown away by Ireland at Twickenham as the men in green ran in five tries to embarrass Steve Borthwick's side 42-21.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

The Justice Department’s release of its Jeffrey Epstein files has given some powerful people fresh fodder to embarrass their foes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

“To embarrass them, yes, but it’s to embarrass them to stop them and others from engaging from this conduct,” Hochman said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Mariela knows she is struggling, so when Volpe calls her out in front of the cast it is not a surprise, nor does it anger or embarrass her.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove