odious

Example Sentences

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Stewart did not refrain from expressing this opinion in the saltiest terms on-air, especially to Carlson, the show’s co-host who was cast as the overgrown college Republican with odious views and a polka dot bowtie.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 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

One after another, they denounced political violence and defended Kirk’s right — everyone’s right — to speak on politics in safety, regardless of whether their message is uplifting or odious.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 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

Then he crimped his face as though I were odious and snorted, “Phew!”

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin