insulting

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It is further insulting to gestational carriers, genetic donors, and intended parents to suggest that the mutual creation of a child is somehow akin to the bondage of chattel slavery.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

That’s not only false but insulting, and this Supreme Court corrective couldn’t come soon enough.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

He can’t manage to get through it without several outbursts insulting the judge, but the trial is the first time in “I Swear” when we see John and his advocates achieve a breakthrough in understanding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

"A pardon is profoundly insulting and a deep betrayal. In the clearest terms possible, this move would be detrimental to survivors," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

But true to his fashion, Mr. Kravitz managed to say it in a way that made it seem very insulting.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville