name calling

Example Sentences

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Her family are now backing a Save Face campaign for a new law in her name, calling for more regulation in the industry.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2024

Almost immediately after the team announced the name this week ahead of Saturday’s opening day game, criticism began pouring in on social media from people distressed by the name, calling it hurtful and insensitive.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2024

Expect brief verbal arguments between family and friends, but no name calling.

From Washington Post • Mar. 24, 2023

"They're a little bit at a stalemate, so I think the other thing that's happening is the name calling is getting ratcheted up within the party."

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2023

He kept yeMing Percy’s name, calling him... brother?

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan