foul

Example Sentences

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Public interest groups cried foul, citing the millions of dollars spent by industry lobbyists.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Around sunset on Sept. 22, six days after Cynthia was last seen, a rural landowner was walking her dog on a private dirt road 40 miles south of Arlington when she noticed a foul odor.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Auriemma confronted Staley over a perceived pregame handshake slight and also criticized officials for foul calls during the game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

It was noted that "whilst Truffert runs a risk, the contact made was not impactful and therefore below the high threshold for a foul".

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Natalie cried again, swallowing another mouthful of the foul water.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz