hateful

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When he did so, he recalled, some Jews thanked him, some said their children were delighted but they weren’t, and some said hateful things.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Responding to the letter, Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis called it a "powerful riposte to the hateful extremists who have targeted the Jewish community".

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“If they’re going to be saying hateful things, what’s coming next?”

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Kimmel also appeared to invite Trump onto his show to discuss "hateful" rhetoric -- an apparent reference to the president's inflammatory comments about groups including migrants, political opponents and the media.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

In the face of hateful prejudice and grueling work, the Irish immigrants maintained hope for the future.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield