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ridicule

[rid-i-kyool] / ˈrɪd ɪˌkyul /




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D&D players faced ridicule for being outside of the expected norm for years before it entered the public consciousness, much like DSA, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Satire only works when the object of ridicule is in a position of power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

In a theatrical culture where queer-coded characters were frequently played for ridicule, Bhaduri's work carried a different weight.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

He attracted online ridicule in 2019 when he replied to his own social media post with: "Fantastic. Great move. Well done Angus".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

How about I don't do anything to add to the ridicule?

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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