odious

Example Sentences

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It’s not amoral to exercise exceptional prudence when considering an attack on another country, no matter how odious you may find its government.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

The U.S. wants him to sign a peace deal with provisions that most Ukrainians find odious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025

Finding parking in the L.A. area has long been a struggle, but these days, paying for parking can be just as odious.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 2025

The judge said the threats made to Commissioner Harris were "odious" and noted McDonald's "gracious" victim impact statement.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2025

“How many letters you must have occasion to write in the course of a year! Letters of business, too! How odious I should think them!”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen