humiliated

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In the year that followed, the tech index shed 60% of its value, while humiliated defensive names staged a massive comeback, with utilities and consumer staples gaining 25% and 24%, respectively.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Mighty Miranda must kowtow to the luxury brands and their ambassadors, whose sponsorship keeps Runway strutting, including the once-harried and humiliated Emily, who is now an executive at Dior.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The choice is to either tell him directly that those things aren’t possible—no thanks!—or try them, only to be humiliated by either a grand jury or a judge.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

City did not just win at Old Trafford, they humiliated Manchester United and enjoyed every minute of it.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Mr. Justice had humiliated him publicly, and the story had gone quickly around the wharves, among his friends.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes