dignify

Example Sentences

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Spain’s Minister for Inclusion, Social Security and Migration Elma Saiz said the measure aims to “recognize, dignify and provide guarantees, opportunities and rights to people who are already in our country.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

New York Rep. Mike Lawler said Greene’s belief “doesn’t dignify a response,” while Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon observed that “I think enough has already been said. I ignore her.”

From Slate • Oct. 12, 2024

Mr Galloway initially says he won't dignify this with a response, but can't resist a jibe of his own.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2024

“It is a space where we will be able to dignify them, recognize identities, but also to remember their memories as we all deserve,” Cuevas said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2023

I won’t even dignify it with a response.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli