name calling

Example Sentences

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Was it all the golf he played, all the TV he watched, all the name calling?

From Salon • Oct. 26, 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

Many will argue that puerile name calling and personal abuse have no place in politics.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2023

The debates between the two candidates devolved into name calling and disputes over their past versus their plans for the future.

From New York Times • Oct. 29, 2022

Because, through the heavy water, I heard the sound of an angel calling my name, calling me to the only heaven I wanted.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer