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ridicule

[rid-i-kyool] / ˈrɪd ɪˌkyul /




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To be sure, aggressive redesigns often attract ridicule.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Daring to invite that ridicule, Smith shone a bright light on the free-market road not taken—at least, not yet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Meanwhile, the management of the captain‑led pre‑kick‑off huddle in the 1-0 home loss to Newcastle drew ridicule and frustrated officials, and Rosenior's side have appeared increasingly open defensively during their run of three straight defeats.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

He attracted online ridicule in 2019 when he replied to his own social media post with: "Fantastic. Great move. Well done Angus".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

The real agenda, if there is one, is to make schools a place where everyone can be who he or she is, without having to fear ridicule or attack.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe




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