alienate
Example Sentences
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In doing so, he struck a delicate balance, as he had to shift production in a way that didn’t alienate Chinese consumers or cede market share to domestic Chinese competitors.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026
US and British advisers criticised the main Fidesz campaign slogan "the safe choice", because it would alienate young voters.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
He’d also be a U.S. ally if Mr. Vance doesn’t alienate him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Surge, which is so grateful to have you as adoring readers but will sue you in North Carolina if you alienate your affection for us.
From Slate • Jan. 17, 2026
Tefu did his best to alienate me as well.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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