insulted

Example Sentences

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Musk has offered to fund a private prosecution against the police over its handling of the murder, and insulted the Hampshire Police force.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

That insulted Gussali Beretta, who wanted direct contact with Ruger, a Beretta official told the adviser.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

That’s guidance for the couple, not for guests who feel insulted by a lack of communication and use it as leverage for their resentment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

"It is not the same to have your entire self debated, ripped apart, dissected, insulted, trampled on in this chamber and more widely as though it were a mere abstract question," he said.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

The Kozlov domovoi protected their home, and would destroy things only if he felt insulted somehow.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack