ridicule

Example Sentences

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The plaintiffs said in their lawsuit that the posts and videos caused them “humiliation, ridicule, mental distress, embarrassment and loss of reputation” and made it difficult to do their law enforcement work.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

But across the rest of social media, the film and its PR campaign have drawn ridicule with several internet users posting screenshots showing cinemas that have sold no seats for screenings of "Melania."

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

On the one hand, the plaintiff claims that he and his family have suffered ridicule and that his dignity, peace of mind, and enjoyment of life have been compromised.

From Slate • Jan. 15, 2026

The singer's widow, Nicoletta Mantonvani, told local media that she was "angry and upset" at what she called the decision to "ridicule" her late husband.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

You didn’t hold me up for ridicule, did you?

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher