make a mockery of
Example Sentences
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The maneuverings of larger powers in our fractious world would likely make a mockery of their claimed autonomy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
"A councillor is never off duty. These comments make a mockery of many in our county struggling to make ends meet."
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2025
Proceeding on this record would make a mockery of the Congressional and constitutional oversight process.
From Salon • Nov. 10, 2023
“When the wrong person is convicted of a crime, not only do we make a mockery of the system ... but the actual assailant remains free,” Gascón said.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2023
“Don’t make a mockery of it,” Dad said.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
